Eino Luukkanen
Eino Luukkanen | |
|---|---|
The Youngest Squadron Leader | |
| Nickname | Eikka |
| Born | 4 June 1909 |
| Died | 9 April 1964 (aged 54) |
| Allegiance | Finland |
| Branch | Finnish Air Force |
| Service years | 1931–1951 |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Unit | LeLv 24, LeLv 26, LeLv 30, LeLv 34 |
| Commands | LeLv 30, LeLv 34, LeR 2 |
| Conflicts | |
| Awards | Mannerheim Cross |
Eino Luukkanen (4 June 1909 – 9 April 1964) was a Finnish fighter ace in World War II. He scored 56 confirmed victories, becoming Finland's third highest ranking ace. He flew the Fokker D-21, Brewster B-239 Buffalo, and Bf 109G.
Luukkanen was born in Jaakkima, Finnish Karelia, on 4 June 1909. His father was a railway employee. Eino grew up in Sortavala on Lake Ladoga.