Jim Allison, founder of the Allison Engine Company, was an was an American Inventor, Businessman and Entrepreneur. His ingenuity helped deliver Victory in World War II, create the Indianapolis 500, and bring about some of the best engines in the world. Hosted by W. Hulsey Smith and featuring engines from the Concorde, Citiation X, Convair XFY-1, C-130, and P-51 Mustang. Aviation and Aerospace.