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A. Felix du Pont Jr. (Alexis Felix du Pont Jr.) was born on 2 October, 1905 in Wilmington, Delaware, is an American businessman, aviator and philanthropist. Discover A. Felix du Pont Jr.'s Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 91 years old?
| Popular As |
Alexis Felix du Pont Jr. |
| Occupation |
Aviator, airline/helicopter company owner, soldier, philanthropist |
| Age |
91 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Libra |
| Born |
2 October 1905 |
| Birthday |
2 October |
| Birthplace |
Wilmington, Delaware |
| Date of death |
30 December, 1996 |
| Died Place |
Wilmington, Delaware |
| Nationality |
Delaware
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A. Felix du Pont Jr. Height, Weight & Measurements
At 91 years old, A. Felix du Pont Jr. height not available right now. We will update A. Felix du Pont Jr.'s Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is A. Felix du Pont Jr.'s Wife?
His wife is Eleanor Hoyt (1931-1945)
Marka Truesdale (1974-1993)
| Family |
| Parents |
A. Felix du Pont Sr.
Mary Richards Chichester du Pont |
| Wife |
Eleanor Hoyt (1931-1945)
Marka Truesdale (1974-1993) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
A. Felix du Pont Jr. Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is A. Felix du Pont Jr. worth at the age of 91 years old? A. Felix du Pont Jr.’s income source is mostly from being a successful businessman. He is from Delaware. We have estimated A. Felix du Pont Jr.'s net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
businessman |
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Timeline
Alexis Felix du Pont Jr. (October 2, 1905 – December 30, 1996) was an American aviation pioneer, soldier, philanthropist, and a member of the prominent du Pont family.
Known as Felix, he was born in Wilmington, Delaware on October 2, 1905, the son of Alexis Felix du Pont (1879–1948) and Mary Chichester (1878–1965).
He developed an interest in aviation as a boy and took up flying, something he would do well into his late eighties.
He graduated from the United States Army Air Corps Flying School in 1928 and Princeton University, class of 1929.
The following year, du Pont was hired as a test pilot for the Fokker Aircraft Company.
For five years, Felix du Pont worked for the family owned DuPont and for a short time became involved in the investment business.
With a lifelong interest in aviation, he partnered with brother Richard to found All American Aviation Company which became Allegheny Airlines and eventually US Airways.
On the death of his brother Richard in a glider accident in 1943, Felix du Pont was appointed to succeed him as head of the American Glider Program at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
He later was a vice president of the Piasecki Helicopter Corp. of which he and Laurence Rockefeller were early investors on its founding in 1946.
Felix du Pont married twice, first to Eleanor Hoyt and second to Marka Truesdale.
During World War II, du Pont served with Air Transport Command with an office at The Pentagon.
He was then shipped overseas as part of Pacific Theater operations, assigned to combat training and director of glider operations.
He retired from the military with the rank of lieutenant colonel.
The foundation, which remains in operation, is primarily involved in supporting youth with donations made to social service organizations for the direct benefit of children.
In addition to his numerous charitable works and service on civic boards, Felix du Pont was a trustee of St. Andrew's School, founded by his father.
In the 1994, Forbes magazine listing of the richest Americans, Felix du Pont ranked No. 257.
He died on December 30, 1996.
He was inducted posthumously into the Delaware Aviation Hall of Fame in 2006.
Children of Alexis Felix du Pont Jr. and Eleanor Hoyt:
Child of Alexis Felix du Pont Jr. and Marka Truesdale:
