Dick Rutan Autographs
Dick Rutan, born on July 1, 1938, in Acton, Massachusetts, is a celebrated American aviator and aeronautical engineer best known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of aviation, particularly for his role in the world-record-setting flight of the Voyager aircraft. A veteran of the United States Air Force, Rutan gained invaluable experience as a fighter pilot and later as a test pilot, demonstrating remarkable skill and a profound understanding of aerodynamics. His military background laid the groundwork for his future endeavors as he transitioned to civilian aviation, where he developed a keen interest in innovative aircraft design.
In the early 1980s, Rutan co-founded Rutan Aircraft Factory, and it was here that he began to push the boundaries of flight technology. His most notable achievement came in 1986, when he and his brother, Burt Rutan, launched the Voyager aircraft—an experimental plane designed for long-distance, fuel-efficient travel. On December 17 of that year, Voyager made history by completing the first non-stop, non-refuelled flight around the world, a journey that lasted 9 days, 3 minutes, and 44 seconds. This remarkable accomplishment not only showcased the possibilities of advanced aeronautics but also emphasized the importance of innovation in achieving feats once considered impossible.
Rutan's impact on aviation extends beyond his record-setting flights; he has inspired generations of engineers and aviators through his commitment to pushing technological boundaries. After the Voyager flight, he continued to work on various innovative aircraft designs, contributing to the field's evolution. Rutan has received numerous accolades for his work, including the Tsiolkovsky Medal from the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) and induction into the National Aviation Hall of Fame in 2002. Today, he is celebrated not only as an aviation pioneer but also as a symbol of American ingenuity and perseverance in the face of challenges, reinforcing the belief that the sky is truly the limit when it comes to human achievement.
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Current items with a signature of Dick Rutan
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Traded items with a signature of Dick Rutan
The most expensive item with a signature of Dick Rutan (LONG-EZ BLUEPRINT~BURT AND DICK RUTAN AUTOGRAPHED~HUGE~33 X 23~OLD RAF STOCK!) was sold in March 2017 for $201.37 while the cheapest item (DICK RUTAN SIGNED INDEX CARD FLEW THE VOYAGER NON-STOP AROUND THE WORLD #037) found a new owner for $0.59 in October 2016. The month with the most items sold (5) was June 2009 with an average selling price of $9.99 for an autographed item of Dick Rutan. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in June 2025 with $162.94 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.99 was December 2009. In average, an autographed item from Dick Rutan is worth $19.95.
Most recently, these items with a signature of Dick Rutan were sold on eBay - click here for more items.
| Picture | Item Title | Price | Store |
 | 80’s Dick Rutan voyager autograph Jacket National Champinship Air Races Pilot NR | $9.99 |  |
| 80’s Dick Rutan voyager autograph Jacket National Champinship Air Races Pilot NR | $9.99 | |
| Aviator Dick Rutan Signed Photo | $25.00 | |
| Aviator Dick Rutan Signed Photo | $25.00 | |
| Dick Rutan & Jeana Yeaher signed 4x6 picture SPACE SALE Voyager Crew | $19.95 | |
 | DICK RUTAN (d.2024) Aviation Pioneer Signed First Day Postal Cover PURPLE HEART | $41.98 | |
| DICK RUTAN (d.2024) Aviation Pioneer Signed First Day Postal Cover PURPLE HEART | $41.98 | |
| Dick Rutan (Voyager),Autographed Business Card (Scarce) | $29.00 | |
| Dick Rutan (Voyager),Autographed Business Card (Scarce) | $29.00 | |
| Dick Rutan - Aviation Pioneer: Voyager - Autographed First Day Postal Cover | $4.25 | |
| Dick Rutan - Aviation Pioneer: Voyager - Autographed First Day Postal Cover | $4.25 | |
 | DICK RUTAN signed autographed 8x10 AEROSPACE ENGINEER photo | $162.94 | |
| DICK RUTAN signed autographed 8x10 AEROSPACE ENGINEER photo | $162.94 | |
| first to fly around the world DICK RUTAN signed AUTOGRAPH 3156 | $3.89 | |
| first to fly around the world DICK RUTAN signed AUTOGRAPH 3156 | $3.89 | |
