Ok, now for the boring stuff. I received my Bachelors in Electrical Engineering from Ohio State (where else?) in 1969 and moved to the Washington, DC area with my wife Patricia. I worked as a civilian electronics engineer for the Navy department for 20 years designing radar & aircraft landing systems for aircraft carriers. Along the way I picked up a Masters degree from the University of California. For the last 15 years I worked for the FAA managing the navigation and landing systems program. Every time you step safely off an airplane after a flight, know that my work efforts helped make it a safer trip for you.

My work has taken me many places around the world. I have loved every minute of it. In 2004 I retired from the Federal government after 35 years and have been working as a consultant doing similar work for industry. I live in the Virginia suburbs of Washington and work within the shadow of the Capitol. I suppose in another year or so I’d like to really retire; thinking about someplace warm and on the water. If you have any recommendations, let me know.

I have a 26-year-old daughter who’s my pride & joy. No grandchildren yet but some day I’m sure. Is it possible that the class of ’64 is into grandchildren and perhaps soon into great-grandchildren? I feel young until I look in the mirror and get rudely reminded! I try to gravitate to “toys”, hobbies, and interests that keep me feeling young and active; boating, fishing, auto mechanics, scuba diving, motorcycle, Corvette, and airplane. Yes, my career has led me into aviation as a commercial rated pilot and airplane owner. I love the freedom and personal challenges of flying. For those that may still remember my early interests, I’m still into amateur (ham) radio.