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Last month was a milestone in our industry — the beginning of the era of space tourism. It’s been on the horizon for decades, but until there was a launch that CREDITS put the untrained aloft, it was still just a concept. I had to shake my head when some of the talking heads on the Publisher / Founder news questioned the point of the flights of Virgin Galactic Craig Pieper with Richard Branson aboard and the flight of Blue Origen’s Aero Crew Solutions, CEO New Shepherd with Jeff Bezos. They scoffed at the future of Scott Rehn an industry for only the super wealthy. The era of manned Editor flight within the atmosphere began with baby steps, too. Deborah Bandy The early Boeing Clippers that flew from Layout Design to Southampton, England cost $12,000 in today’s dollars! Michelle Harvey Regardless of the nay-sayers, one day, space travel will Additional Contributors be a “thing.” I like to think I’ll remember this “one small Eric Ray, Gary Krasnov, step” as we watch this new phase unfold. I’d like to tell my Reini Thijssen, Justin Abrams, Sergio Sovero, Eric Hoolihan, Paul grandchildren (not too soon, please) about where I was when Wickstrom, Craig Pieper, I watched these first adventurers reach the edge of space. Garrett Anderson

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United Customers Can Now Access 3,000 COVID Testing Locations at Albertson Companies and Walmart Through Airline’s Mobile App and Website

Airline’s digital channels now offer customers easy access to more than 3,000 testing locations via Accenture and CLX Health’s TrustAssure™ Platform integration

Customers can book appointments and have test results directly validated on United’s mobile app and website to be cleared for travel

Starting August 19, 2021, United customers can access even more COVID testing locations, including more than 3,000 new Walmart and Albertson Companies locations across the U.S., through the airline’s website and mobile app in the Travel Ready Center. Customers can now easily book COVID-19 testing appointments at more than 3,800 total testing providers powered by Accenture technology and the CLX Health’s TrustAssure™ network and have their results delivered within 4 to 48 hours of their test and directly submitted to United’s website and mobile app to be reviewed for their flight.

10 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS United remains the only airline that gives customers our integrated testing solution, our customers can easily destination-specific travel requirements and the ability schedule their COVID-19 test at one of our convenient store to upload country-specific required forms, testing results locations, and results are seamlessly and confidentially and vaccination records, all within the United App and on delivered to United Airlines.” United.com. To date, nearly 3.3 million vaccination records, “Our TrustAssure™ platform was engineered to deliver test results and destination entry forms have been a compliant, clinically sound, state of the art solution that submitted through United’s online platforms. leverages interoperability to thousands of COVID testing “United continues to deliver solutions that make it locations around the world,” said Joseph Gonzalez, Chief simple for customers to understand and meet all testing Strategy Officer for CLX Health. “The domestic expansion and vaccination requirements directly through our award- of our TrustAssure network of premier national retail winning digital channels,” said Linda Jojo, United’s executive partners supporting COVID-19 testing, including Albertsons vice president for technology and Chief Digital Officer. and Walmart locations in the , will provide “As more Americans resume international travel, this travelers a multitude of choices virtually anywhere in the enhancement to our mobile app and website will give our country to help them meet their travel requirements.” customers confidence and peace-of mind knowing they “Together with United, Albertsons and Walmart, we have access to all of the information and services they need innovated at speed and scale to help implement a solution right in the palm of their hand or on their laptop.” for United’s customers, creating a system designed to Through United’s Travel Ready Center, customers can give them greater support and confidence to navigate the view a list of localized, eligible COVID testing locations, new complexities introduced as a result of COVID-19,” said now including select Albertsons Companies and Walmart Emily Weiss, global lead of Accenture’s Travel industry locations, as well as additional popular drug store, group. “We are proud to help with this effort and provide pharmacy chains, and local healthcare providers across a solution to make meeting travel requirements easier for the country. Customers can then select their preferred customers as they continue to resume flying domestically location and schedule an appointment directly through and internationally.” United’s website and mobile app. Once the test is Today’s news is the latest initiative the airline has reviewed, customers will see a status indicator informing introduced in recent months to make travel easier for them that they are “travel-ready” and can receive their customers who need proof of a negative COVID-19 test. mobile pass. The airline plans to continue to United was the first to set up an easy way for international expand its offering, including adding international testing travelers to bring a CDC-approved test with them, self- sites for customers flying to the U.S. This process was administer while abroad, and return home through an designed with privacy in mind so that limited personal innovative collaboration with Abbott. United was also the data is involved. first airline to offer COVID-19 tests to customers traveling “At Albertsons Companies, we are always seeking from to Hawaii, and the first to launch a free convenient solutions for our customers, especially during transatlantic COVID-19 testing pilot program for customers the COVID-19 pandemic. Our partnership with United traveling from Newark to London. Airlines, to provide access to pre-travel COVID testing, is just another example of this intent,” said Omer Gajial, Albertsons Companies SVP of Pharmacy and Health. “With

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Touchdown! United Airlines Adds 74 College Football Flights for College and Professional United is adding 58 new flights to help some of the Football Games This Fall most loyal fans in college sports cheer on their teams including adding 44 point to point flights for 21 of their United to fly new routes, add biggest away games. Some of these flights include: additional flights and operate September: larger aircraft to get more fans • Austin, TX to Bentonville, AR to see University of than ever to the best football Texas at University of Arkansas • Lincoln, NE to Lansing, MI to see University of games this season Nebraska at Michigan State University October: As football fans across the U.S. get ready to cheer on • State College, PA to Cedar Rapids, IA to see their favorite teams on the road this fall, United is adding State University at University of Iowa new routes, more flights and flying planes with more seats • Birmingham, AL to College Station, TX to see to give diehard fans every chance to get in on action on their University of at Texas A&M University rival’s home turf. To meet an expected increase in demand • Syracuse, NY to Greenville/Spartanburg, SC to see for fans to travel to watch their favorite teams in person this Syracuse University at Clemson University season, United is adding 74 flights, including 52 new direct • , CA to South Bend, IN to see University flights between college towns and professional football of Southern at University of Notre Dame markets on gameday weekends this September through • Raleigh, NC to South Bend, IN to see University of November. The airline will operate three times more direct North Carolina at University of Notre Dame flights to college towns this year than it did in 2019. November: “Nothing brings people together like the opportunity • Baton Rouge, LA to Birmingham, AL to see to cheer on the teams they love,” said Ankit Gupta, vice Louisiana State University at University of Alabama president of domestic network planning at United. “This • South Bend, IN to San Francisco, CA to see upcoming season, United is adding even more direct University of Notre Dame at Stanford University flights to college and professional football games than we’ve ever added before so our customers can reunite with the teams, tailgates and touchdowns they may have missed last season.”

12 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Professional Football United isn’t forgetting about diehard professional football fans and will add 16 new direct flights for four of the most highly anticipated games of the early season, including flights between: • Green Bay, WI and New Orleans, LA to watch two of the most proficient offenses square off opening weekend in the Big Easy on Sept. 12 • Green Bay, WI and San Francisco, CA to witness the San Francisco 49ers host one of their fiercest conference rivals under the lights of Levi’s Stadium the weekend of Sept. 26 • Tampa, FL and , MA when the “GOAT” returns to his old stomping ground on Oct. 3 • Buffalo, NY and Kansas City, MO to see the road team get a shot at revenge the weekend of Oct. 10 The addition of these new point-to-point routes is just the latest way the airline is creatively rebuilding its network. United started to prepare for the return of more than a year ago, matching its flying schedule to demand by maintaining close coordination between its network planning teams and the airline’s operating groups. In September, United will fly 88% of its 2019 domestic schedule. To purchase one of these flights, visit https://www.united.com/en-us/game-day. As customers book trips this fall, they will notice new upgrades to United’s service as part of its customer experience transformation. Updates include the option to pre-order snacks and beverages online and through United’s app. And customers can book trips with confidence knowing that if their plans change, they have the flexibility to adjust their travel. United was the first global U.S. airline to eliminate change fees on most tickets and to allow all customers to fly for free on the same day of travel to the same destination.

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United First U.S. Airline to Offer Economy Customers Option to Pre- Order Snacks and Beverages

New pre-order option builds on the airline’s contactless payment technology and is another example of the customer experience transformation underway at United

Starting July 28, 2021 on select flights, all United customers – no matter what cabin of service they’re flying in – can use the airline’s award-winning mobile app and website to pre-order meals, snacks and beverages up to five days before they’re scheduled to travel. United is the first and only U.S. airline to offer economy customers the option to pre-order snacks and beverages, a reflection of the customer experience transformation underway at the airline. “Our new pre-order option reflects the customer experience transformation taking place at United – customers in our economy cabins will have an easy, convenient way to choose their snack or drink, and our flight attendants can move

14 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS through the cabin faster, delivering more personalized About United’s Newly Enhanced Buy-On-Board Menu service,” said Toby Enqvist, chief customer officer for United recently unveiled its refreshed buy-on-board United. “This new feature also builds on our existing menu, which includes a wide variety of food and beverage contactless payment technology, which has enabled us to offerings including: safely resume our inflight food and beverage program on • Adult Beverage Options: Mango White Claw®; red, select flights.” white and sparkling wine, and new beer options such as How It Works Breckenridge Brewery Juice Drop Hazy IPA and Michelob • Five days prior to departure, customers will see ULTRA®. an option in the Reservation Details section of the United • Three New Snack Boxes: A Tapas snack box with app or on United.com to pre-order food and beverage items European-inspired offerings; a Takeoff snack box with available for their specific flight. Customers will also receive high-protein options; a Recline snack box with movie an email notifying them when pre-order is available. theater themed treats. • In economy cabins, customers can pre-order snacks • A la Carte Snack Options: Including chips, dips, and beverages from United’s buy-on-board menu. They will trail mix and chocolate-covered dried fruit. be asked to enter their credit card information but will not be New Domestic Premium Cabin Menu Items charged until the items are served to them onboard. United also introduced brand-new meal offerings to • In premium cabins, customers can select their customers seated in domestic premium cabins on flights meal option directly from the United app or website. over 1,500 miles and hub-to-hub flights over 800 miles. Once they make their selection, they will get a receipt • The enhanced meal service includes a choice of emailed to them. entrees – including fresher options like egg scramble with About United’s Contactless Payment Technology plant-based chorizo and grilled chicken breast with orzo For customers looking to purchase drinks and snack and lemon basil pesto – sides and dessert. items while onboard, United’s contactless payment • United has also teamed with Eli’s Cheesecake to platform allows them to store their payment information create a uniquely United chocolate pie flavor called “Pie in a digital wallet on the United app and on United.com in the Sky.” prior to departure. • The meals will be served on one tray, with items • Once in flight, customers can access a menu individually wrapped, to limit person-to-person contact to view available items either on the United app or in and further the safety of our employees and customers. Hemispheres® magazine. United’s pre-order technology is available beginning • Rather than handing the a credit July 28 for flights departing on or after August 2. The card, the flight attendant will ask for the customer’s name technology will initially be available on flights from and seat to confirm the card on file. Chicago O’Hare International to San Diego • Once confirmed, customers will receive their , Sacramento International Airport, products and the card on file will be charged. Orange County’s and Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. For information on snacks available, United’s contactless payment technology and FAQs, visit United. com/snacktime.

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United Airlines to Operate More than 40 Weekly Flights as England Re-Opens to U.S. Travelers

In August, United is adding a second daily flight from , D.C. to London

With announcement, on July 28th, 2021, of England reopening to fully vaccinated travelers from the U.S. beginning Aug 2, United Airlines is making it easier for business and leisure customers to jet across the pond with the addition of flights to London. In August, United will have six daily flights between the U.S. and London, including a second daily flight from Washington, D.C. and increasing service from Houston to daily. United looks forward to resuming additional London service in the coming months as well as launching new nonstop service between Boston and London. Customers traveling to England must be fully vaccinated in the U.S. with vaccines that have been approved by the FDA and must take a test before departure as well as a PCR test within the first two days of arrival. Passengers vaccinated in the U.S. will also need to complete a passenger locator form prior to traveling to England and provide proof of U.S. residency.

16 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS United is the only U.S. airline to offer its own one-stop- including new routes to Dubrovnik, Croatia; Reykjavik, shop where customers can conveniently get “travel-ready” Iceland and Athens, Greece. All of these flights are by uploading and storing their COVID-19 test results and available for purchase on united.com. To see the full list vaccination records directly through the airline’s website of reopened countries where United is flying visit united. and award-winning mobile app with the Travel-Ready com/reopen. Customers should review local country Center. The airline’s easy-to-use travel tool enables requirements before they travel. customers to reduce stress and save valuable time at the airport right from the palm of their hand. United also Committed to Ensuring a Safe Journey announced a new collaboration with Abbott and became the first U.S. carrier to set up an easy way for international United is committed to putting health and safety at the travelers to bring a CDC-approved test with them, self- forefront of every customer’s journey, with the goal of administer while abroad, and return home. delivering an industry-leading standard of cleanliness through its United CleanPlusSM program. United has “Today’s announcement is yet another major milestone in teamed up with Clorox and Clinic to redefine recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic with the opening cleaning and health safety procedures from check-in to of one of the most important markets from the U.S.” said landing and has implemented more than a dozen new Patrick Quayle, vice president of international network and policies, protocols and innovations designed with the alliances at United. “United has demonstrated that we can safety of customers and employees in mind. To manage operate flights between the U.S. and England safely and we entry requirements in different destinations, and find are eager to help rebuild these economies by facilitating places to get tests, customer can visit Travel Ready Center business and leisure travel.” on United’s app and website.

United in England

United has provided service to London Heathrow for nearly 30 years and over the course of the pandemic has maintained continuous service between the U.S. and London. In August, United is increasing its service from Houston to London from five times weekly to daily and adding a second daily flight from Washington, D.C. United will continue operating daily flights to London from Chicago, New York/Newark, San Francisco. The airline plans to continue offering these six daily flights in September.

United flies to more European destinations than any other U.S. carrier, and is welcoming back customers on more than 30 daily flights to 16 destinations in Europe this summer. The carrier has expanded its service to Europe

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SkyWest Airlines Orders 16 New E175 Aircraft for Operation with Delta Air Lines

Embraer has agreed the sale of 16 new E175 jets to SkyWest, Inc. (NASDAQ: SKYW) for operation in the Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) network, adding to the 71 E175 jets SkyWest already operates for Delta. The E175 aircraft will fly exclusively with Delta under a Capacity Purchase Agreement (CPA). The value of the contract, which will be included in Embraer’s third quarter backlog, is USD 798.4 million, based on list price.

18 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS The 76-seat aircraft will be delivered in Delta’s livery and will have a three-class configuration. Deliveries start in mid-2022.

President and CEO of SkyWest, Chip Childs, said, “SkyWest operates more E175s than any other carrier in the world. With these aircraft, we will have nearly 240 E175s operating with airlines in North America. This month we are proud to reach two million flight hours in the E175. Our customers love the E175, and we have great confidence in and appreciate our partnership with Embraer.”

Mark Neely, VP Sales and Marketing, The Americas, Embraer , said, “Our superb partnership with SkyWest continues with this new provision for Delta. The E175 is the backbone of the North American regional market, and as the industry begins to emerge from the pandemic we are seeing growing long-term demand for rightsized aircraft to deliver profitable domestic connectivity. The E175 has been a lifeline for carriers as they are perfectly suited to rebuild routes, add frequencies, and add incremental capacity to meet rebounding domestic demand.”

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Jet Linx Accelerates M&A Strategy with Leadership Team Expansion

New M&A Positions Added to Drive Private Jet Company’s Growth & Expansion Strategy

Jet Linx, the only locally-focused, global private aviation company providing aircraft management, joint ownership and Jet Card membership services through its 20 locations nationwide, announced the appointment of Paul Kloet as Director of Mergers & Acquisitions and the promotion of Jason Vanis from Senior Vice President to Senior Vice President of Integrations, both new leadership positions for Jet Linx. Effective immediately, Mr. Kloet is responsible for managing and leading all facets of M&A opportunities, including identifying Part 135 acquisition opportunities and value-added ventures, optimizing integration priorities and developing integration strategy. Mr. Vanis will continue to oversee select Jet Linx Base locations while also leading projects to integrate newly acquired companies into Jet Linx. The announcement was made by Jamie Walker, President and Chief Executive Officer of Jet Linx.

20 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS “Jet Linx has witnessed exponential growth in recent years with the Company, he launched Aviation Integration years, and we are excited for Paul and Jason to lead us as a Managing Partner in order to provide efficiencies and into our next phase of expansion through the acquisition training to the aviation industry. Mr. Vanis returned to Jet of select Part 135 operators in both existing markets we Linx in 2010 as the Manager of Scheduling and Dispatch already serve and new markets we have slated to open.” and has since held the roles of Vice President of Flight said Mr. Walker. “Paul brings to Jet Linx an impressive Operations, Vice President of Operations, Vice President skillset and deep experience in leading M&A transactions of Business Intelligence & Technology and, most recently, that will undoubtedly advance our growth strategy and Senior Vice President overseeing the management of its allow us to accomplish our business objectives through Base locations nationwide. strategic ventures and acquisitions. Jason, who has Said Mr. Vanis: “I am delighted to assume this new and been an integral part of the Jet Linx team for almost expanded role as we prepare to enter the next phase of two decades, is intimately familiar with our brand and our growth strategy. I have had the pleasure and fortune of operations, which makes him the perfect person to being part of the Jet Linx family for over 19 years and have facilitate our post-acquisition integration activity. We look never been more excited about the future. I look forward forward to the many exciting initiatives Paul and Jason will to supporting Jet Linx in perfecting our post-acquisition be pursuing in the coming months.” strategy and integration process.” Mr. Kloet brings to Jet Linx over 12 years of experience The executive appointments follow an aggressive year building and leading businesses to success in diverse of growth for Jet Linx, which includes the acquisition of and dynamic environments. Previously, Mr. Kloet served Meridian’s Aircraft Management & Charter business in July as the first Chief Financial Officer of Chicago-based BIG 2020, the largest Part 135 operator serving New York and Construction, where he successfully led the company the tri-state area. Recently, Jet Linx announced that Jet through the rapid growth experienced during its first two Linx Miami, its 20th location and first in , will open years of operations while supporting $70M of revenue. Mr. in Fall 2021, followed by a new, state-of-the-art private Kloet has also held several senior level and leadership terminal for Jet Linx Omaha that will debut in June 2022. roles at influential companies and firms, including UBER, For more information on Jet Linx, please visit www. Victory Park Capital, Goldman Sachs & Co. and Bank of jetlinx.com. America Merrill Lynch. Said Mr. Kloet, “I am honored to be joining Jet Linx at such an exciting and pivotal time for the company. As a true innovator and leader in the industry, Jet Linx’s portfolio of products and services are truly unrivaled, and I am thrilled to be working with such an impressive team in accelerating the brand’s growth.” Mr. Vanis, an industry veteran with over 23 years of experience in aviation, has spent a collective 19 years with Jet Linx. Mr. Vanis first joined Jet Linx in 2002 as a Flight Department Manager, where he was responsible for overseeing the scheduling of aircraft and crew. After six

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American Launches Fundraising Initiative to Help Cancer Patients Become Long-Term Survivors

In the fifth year of its collaboration with Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C), American Airlines is launching a monthlong fundraising initiative to support SU2C’s effort to make every cancer patient a long-term survivor. When American Airlines AAdvantage® members in the United States donate $25 or more on StandUpToCancer.org/aa, they will receive 25 AAdvantage miles per dollar donated.

22 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS The latest initiative from American will support SU2C special broadcast event will air simultaneously on more and its mission to accelerate the pace of groundbreaking than 60 participating media platforms across the United translational research that can get new therapies to States and Canada, including all four major broadcast patients quickly and save lives now. To date, American and networks in the U.S. its customers have raised more than $10 million for SU2C About Stand Up To Cancer to support innovative therapies, treatments and research Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) raises funds to for more than a dozen types of cancer. accelerate the pace of research to get new therapies Over the last five years, American and its team to patients quickly and save lives now. SU2C, a division members have committed to Standing Up for those who of the Entertainment Industry Foundation, a 501(c) are impacted by cancer through fundraising initiatives (3) charitable organization, was established in 2008 and events, as well as developing a special SU2C livery by media and entertainment leaders who utilize featuring 22,627 names of cancer survivors, patients and these communities’ resources to engage the public those we have lost to cancer. in supporting a new, collaborative model of cancer “We know that our customers and team members are research, to increase awareness about cancer prevention, passionate about supporting Stand Up To Cancer because and to highlight progress being made in the fight against many of them have been impacted by cancer,” said Ron the disease. As of January 2021, more than 1,950 scientists Defeo, Senior Vice President, Global Engagement. “We representing more than 210 institutions are involved in receive a lot of feedback and hear their stories of survival SU2C-funded research projects. and perseverance. This fundraising initiative is one effort Under the direction of our Scientific Advisory to ensure we live up to our purpose of caring for people Committee, led by Nobel laureate Phillip A. Sharp, Ph.D., on life’s journey.” SU2C conducts rigorous competitive review processes Flight Attendant Cody Summers is a breast cancer to identify the best research proposals to recommend survivor and one of many team members who has shared for funding, oversee grants administration, and ensure her cancer story. Now three years cancer-free, Summers collaboration across research programs. The American is living proof that advances in cancer research and Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is SU2C’s treatment can help save lives. scientific partner. “Despite my breast cancer diagnosis, I chose to fight. Current members of the SU2C Founders and Advisors I had a strong support system who stood by me every Committee (FAC) include Katie Couric, Sherry Lansing, step of the way,” Summers said. “At the end of the day, Kathleen Lobb, Lisa Paulsen, Rusty Robertson, Sue my cancer journey was just one chapter in my story, and Schwartz, Pamela Oas Williams, and Ellen Ziffren. The the funds we’re raising are so important because it will late Laura Ziskin and the late Noreen Fraser are also co- ultimately help people just like me.” founders. Sung Poblete, Ph.D., R.N., serves as SU2C’s CEO, Check out more of Cody’s story below and visit and Russell Chew as SU2C’s President. StandUpToCancer.org/aa to donate. This Saturday, Summers will join SU2C and the entertainment community for its seventh biennial roadblock televised fundraising special at 7 p.m. CT. The

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Delta reconnects customers across the pond as U.K. reopens to vaccinated travelers

• Delta to restart and service to London Heathrow in October, adds more New York-JFK flights.

• U.K. welcoming fully vaccinated Americans without any quarantine requirement.

• Delta’s FlyReady tool takes the guesswork out of travel between the U.S. and London.

Delta is ramping up service across the pond to nearly 30 weekly flights this fall, as the global gateway between the United States and United Kingdom reopened to fully vaccinated U.S. residents without quarantine Aug. 2. Customers can choose nonstop service to London Heathrow (LHR) via four U.S. hubs as Delta restarts three-times- weekly service from Seattle (SEA) Oct. 7, and four-times-weekly service from Detroit (DTW) Oct. 11. Additionally, New York- JFK flights will double to twice a day beginning Oct. 6. Customers can also continue flying daily from (ATL).

24 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS With Delta’s joint venture partner , * Customers using Delta FlyReady should still bring customers can also seamlessly connect to LHR with over paper copies of their test results and other required 30 flights from Boston (BOS), Los Angeles (LAX) and Miami documentation with them on the day of travel per (MIA), as well as ATL and JFK. Today, the airlines offer a requirements in place at certain destinations. combined 43 weekly flights, operated in conjunction with MORE WAYS TO ENJOY TRAVEL KLM and Air France. Service from ATL will be operated by the Airbus A330, “This long-awaited reopening marks a major milestone while DTW, JFK and SEA flights are operated on the Boeing since the borders closed to most travelers, more than a 767-400. All flights feature full-flat Delta One beds, Delta year ago,” said Joe Esposito, S.V.P. – Network Planning. Comfort+ and Main Cabin service with personal seatback “We’re excited to help customers reclaim their joy of travel, entertainment screens with new premium content, Wi-Fi always keeping their health and safety our top priority for purchase and free mobile messaging. amid the dynamic environment of global travel.” For meal service, customers receive a choice of entrée The U.S.-U.K. corridor is critical to international travel alongside an appetizer and dessert in addition to a full bar and commerce with 22 million people and 900,000 tons of selection or soft drink. Customers seated in the Main Cabin cargo flown between the two countries in 2019. can enjoy dishes like Thai chicken curry in a kaffir lime To travel to London, customers will need to: coconut sauce or three cheese tortellini in a crème fraiche • Provide both proof of vaccination and a negative tomato sauce. test (PCR, LAMP or antigen) taken within three days of Those traveling in Delta One can pre-order their meal departure. choice on flights between the U.S. and London and look • Take a PCR test on or before two days after arrival. forward to favorites such as herbed baked salmon with To re-enter the U.S., customers must provide proof of a a champagne cream sauce, or black truffle and burrata negative test within three days of departure. cheese tortellini with broccolini and fresh ricotta. DELTA FLYREADY TAKES THE GUESSWORK On the ground, eligible customers can also enjoy OUT OF TESTING – WITH VACCINATION complimentary access to Delta Sky Clubs in the U.S. as well VERIFICATION COMING SOON as the Virgin Atlantic Upper-Class Wing and Clubhouse at Delta’s new digital health credential Delta FlyReadySM London Heathrow. will help customers traveling between the U.S. and the Delta prioritizes the health and safety of customers, U.K. more easily manage testing requirements and verifies employees and the communities it serves with its results prior to arrival at the airport – saving customers commitment to safer travel as part of the Delta valuable time and lowering the risk of denied boarding. CareStandard. Delta’s award-winning customer experience Vaccination credentials will be integrated later this also includes touchless technology via the Fly Delta app. summer. Over time, the solution will limit the amount of paperwork involved in verifying a customer’s Delta FlyReady status.* Delta customers can stay updated on entry details for all countries with the Delta Discover Map as well as its one-stop Travel Planning Center.

September 2021 | 25 AVIATOR BULLETINS

Alaska Airlines continues fleet optimization with 12 additional Boeing 737-9 aircraft

Options exercised for deliveries in 2023 and 2024 further enhance airline’s financial and sustainability outlook

Alaska Airlines announced August 16th, 2021 that it is accelerating its fleet growth by exercising options early on 12 Boeing 737-9 aircraft. The option aircraft are now firm commitments for 2023 and 2024. This additional commitment brings Alaska’s total firm 737-9 order to 93 aircraft, five of which are currently in service. Alaska announced a restructured agreement with Boeing in December 2020 to acquire 68 737-9 aircraft between 2021 to 2024, with options for another 52 deliveries between 2023 and 2026. This year, the airline has exercised 25 of the options, including 13 planes in May. As part of this transaction, Alaska will add 25 options to backfill the ones that have been exercised.

26 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS “We are excited to accelerate Alaska’s growth, building on our solid financial foundation that enabled us to weather the pandemic,” said Nat Pieper, Alaska Airlines senior vice president of fleet, finance and alliances. “These aircraft are a prudent, long-term investment in our business that we can make while simultaneously maintaining our strong balance sheet.”

Deliveries 2021 2022 2023 2024 TOTAL Original Firm Order 12 31 13 12 68 May Option Exercise - - 9 4 13 August Option Exercise - - 10 2 12 TOTAL 12 31 32 18 93

“Boeing continues to be a terrific partner for Alaska. We began flying our first 737-9s this past spring, and we’re extremely pleased with the operational, financial and environmental performance of the aircraft,” said Pieper. “The planes are exceeding our expectations – from how quiet the engines run to the greater range they provide – and our guests love them.” Alaska’s 737-9s are configured to carry 178 guests with 16 seats and 24 Premium Class seats, which provide the most premium legroom of any other U.S. airline. As more travelers take to the skies, Alaska remains committed to Next-Level Care for our guests and employees by implementing more than 100 ways to maintain the highest standard of safety – from clean planes to clean air in the cabin (with hospital-grade air filtration systems). For everyone’s safety on board, Alaska continues to enforce the federally mandated mask policy, even for those who are fully vaccinated. On board, our guests will enjoy the amazing customer service we’re known for. We’ve recently expanded food and beverage service on our flights, adding more West Coast inspired meals in First Class like Guajillo Chile-Lime Salad with ancient grains, and additional fresh food items throughout the cabin that can be pre-ordered before departure up to two weeks before departure. Guests can relax and get in a vacation state-of-mind with free craft beer, West Coast wines and cocktails in First Class and Premium Class, which are also available for purchase in the main cabin. Guests can stay connected with inflight internet or satellite Wi-Fi available on most flights. For entertainment, kick back and select from more than 1,000 movies and TV shows that can be streamed to your own personal service for free. From mid-September through mid-October, we’ll be celebrating Latinx content and creators with special entertainment selections. Alaska is the newest member of the global alliance. With oneworld and our additional airline partners, guests can fly to as many as 1,000 destinations around the world. Flyers can also earn and redeem miles with our highly- acclaimed Mileage Plan program to fly on more than 20 oneworld and airline partners.

September 2021 | 27 Unleash some ‘wow’ to your winter! Alaska Airlines adds nonstop flights between San Francisco and three sunny destinations across Mexico this winter season

Alaska remains the go-to airline between the West Coast and Mexico with the most nonstops of any U.S. carrier; save up to 30% now on flights to Mexico

There’s a lot to love about Mexico. The people, the beaches, the culture, the food! With so much of Mexico to see and experience, Alaska Airlines is announcing new service to connect our guests throughout the Bay Area to three new nonstop destinations south of the border from San Francisco International Airport – Loreto, Mazatlán and Ixtapa/ Zihuatanejo. Alaska has more nonstop flights to Mexico from the West Coast than any other U.S. carrier. This winter, we’ll have up to 27 departures a day: 20 from California and seven from the Pacific Northwest. The new nonstops unlock convenient options when planning a warm getaway now that you know you’ll want later this year when grayness sets in. The nonstops also make it easier to visit family and friends in the Bay Area and Mexico. Tickets to all the destinations we serve in Mexico are now on sale with up to 30% off select, one-way fares. Blackout

28 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS dates and day-of-week restrictions apply. For full terms and conditions, please visit alaskaair.com. “Our guests are eager to relax, disconnect and have fun, and the places we fly to in Mexico are ideal locations to do that,” said Brett Catlin, vice president of network and alliances at Alaska Airlines. “With a total of seven nonstop destinations from the Bay Area this winter, including options from San Francisco and San Jose, tropical paradise is just a few hours away. Plus, we offer convenient nonstops from Los Angelesand San Diego to a range of destinations in Mexico and across Latin America.” In addition to the new nonstop seasonal service from San Francisco to Loreto, Mazatlán and Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Alaska also has nonstop flights from San Francisco to Cancún, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta. From San Jose in the Bay Area, we fly nonstop to Guadalajara, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta.

New flights between SFO and Mexico Start Date End Date Departs Arrives Frequency Aircraft Dec. 18 April 16 San Francisco – Loreto 12:00 p.m. 3:40 p.m. Sat A320 Dec. 18 April 16 Loreto – San Francisco 4:50 p.m. 6:45 p.m. Sat A320 Dec. 18 April 16 San Francisco –Mazatlán 11:50 a.m. 4:10 p.m. Sat A320 Dec. 18 April 16 Mazatlán –San Francisco 5:15 p.m. 8:01 p.m. Sat A320 Dec. 18 April 16 San Francisco –Zihuatanejo 8:00 a.m. 2:15 p.m. Sat A320 Dec. 18 April 16 Zihuatanejo –San Francisco 5:25 p.m. 8:11 p.m. Sat A320 All times are local times.

Alaska serves eight destinations across Mexico from our West Coast gateways: Cancún, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Loreto, Los Cabos, Manzanillo, Mazatlán, Puerto Vallarta and Guadalajara. We’ve been flying to Mexico since 1988. On board, our guests will enjoy the amazing customer service we’re known for. We’ve recently expanded food and beverage service on our flights, adding more West Coast inspired meals in First Class like Guajillo Chile-Lime Salad with ancient grains, and additional fresh food items throughout the cabin that can be pre-ordered before departure up to two weeks before departure. Guests can relax and get in a vacation state-of-mind with free craft beer, West Coast wines and cocktails in First Class and Premium Class, which are also available for purchase in the main cabin. Guests can stay connected with inflight internet or satellite Wi-Fi available on most flights. For entertainment, kick back and select from more than 1,000 movies and TV shows that can be streamed to your own personal service for free. From mid-September through mid-October, we’ll be celebrating Latinx content and creators with special entertainment selections. With more of us traveling again, Alaska remains committed to Next-Level Care for our guests and employees by implementing more than 100 ways to maintain the highest standard of safety – from clean planes to clean air in the cabin (with hospital-grade air filtration systems). For everyone’s safety on board, Alaska continues to enforce the federally mandated mask policy, even for those who are fully vaccinated. Alaska is the newest member of the oneworld global alliance. With oneworld and our additional airline partners, guests can fly to as many as 1,000 destinations around the world. Flyers can also earn and redeem miles with our highly- acclaimed Mileage Plan program to fly on more than 20 oneworld and airline partners.

September 2021 | 29 AVIATOR BULLETINS

New Technology Start-Up Based in Keller That Revolutionizes Charter Travel is Live

Charter and Go is live with several charter airline industry launch partners. Our new generation end-to-end charter management and pricing solution was developed to ensure our customers are competitive and profitable. Aviation industry firsts include the world’s first real time price quoting engine for charter flight operations based on total cost transparency and dynamic pricing based on consumer preferences and market dynamics, performance reporting to manage the business proactively, performance monitoring of key performance indicators for operational excellence, advanced aircraft repositioning and empty leg management to generate incremental revenues and a new generation order management capability for a single view of a reservation across bookings, payment status, ancillaries, crew, maintenance, hotel and car. Several new customers are in the pipeline and will be onboarded in the months ahead.

30 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Highlights of the Charter and Go solution: • Performance Reporting for transparency into key operational metrics in real time to promote operational efficiency and company profitability • Personalized Shopping for automatic selection of aircraft and routing based on trip objective and customer preferences • Total Cost of a Flight calculated in real time based on expected annual aircraft utilization that guarantees that every booking is a profitable booking • Dynamic Pricing to generate a price quote automatically for a charter flight based on prevailing market conditions to promote top line growth • Dynamic Aircraft Repositioning with a dynamic search radius for repositioning at the origin point based on origin/destination mileage of the customer request • Dynamic Empty Leg Fulfillment with a dynamic search radius at the origin point and destination point based on origin/destination mileage of the customer request • New Generation Order Management and Reservations with booking capture, eAPIS, TSA compliance and order management tracks all data (e.g., hotels, car, payment status) for customers and crew with a single reference order • Customer Loyalty dynamic discount based on actual revenue spend to actively promote retention of the most profitable customers • Booking Fee model based on value of the actual charter booking, thereby limiting exposure of charter companies who typically pay $/month for each aircraft regardless of aircraft utilization

About Charter and Go Charter and Go is a new generation company with a unique value proposition for the charter industry. Our primary mission is to make our customers successful by providing them with cutting edge tools and services to grow their customer base and provide an environment for operational excellence.

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September 2021 | 31 PERSPECTIVES

Short Memory Written By: Paul Wickstrom

n the decade before 2020, some may have doubted that hiring and growth could do anything but skyrocket. In the airline world, pilots were leaving one legacy for another or making the move from ULCC to legacy without hesitation. Why not work for the dream company or have Ithe ideal domicile?

32 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Then came the summer of 2020, filled with uncertainty for organization that will pair a mentor with a mentee to everyone. In corporate flying, many were concerned that provide guidance through that decision process of whether face-to-face meetings would be avoided, making flight to make a move. One of the greatest offerings that PPOT departments far less critical and therefor easier to cut. In has is a large network of pilots across the entire industry, the airlines, large numbers of furloughs were certain at airline and non-airline, who are equipped to offer counsel every carrier. and are excited to talk to you.

Those who had seniority or job security of any kind A career move is never one that should be taken lightly. If seemed to be thankful for it. Those who didn’t, planned for you are hesitant to reach out to someone, consider what the worst, including looking for options outside of flying. I you have to lose and what you have to gain. You can only believed that the deep cuts we anticipated at most airlines benefit from learning others’ perspectives. Those who will would have been enough to compel those who were be honest with you, who may phrase things differently thinking of making a jump, to stay put and enjoy what job from your friends and family, and who may potentially give security they had. you new ways to look at things can only help you make sound decisions – decisions that you will live with for the Fast-forward to just a year later, and the short memory of rest of your life. pilots is more evident than ever. Pilots are back to jumping around from ULCC to legacy, from one legacy to another, from legacy to cargo, etc. It is as if the tenure they have with an airline can easily be replaced at another one. Do pilots have the impression that nothing more can happen to turn the industry upside down again? A look at the rest of the world shows a very different situation than that found in the U.S. Things are very slowly starting to show signs of improvement outside of the U.S., so the idea of leaving any kind of flying position for the most junior spot should be unthinkable.

If you are a pilot who finds yourself in a position of deciding to make a move, likely you have talked to friends in the industry to get their opinions. This is a good first step. But keep in mind that often, friends will About the Author offer support yet be less likely to provide help in making a decision. A great resource to consider is Professional Paul Wickstrom grew up an aviation enthusiast which led to his first flight as Pilots of Tomorrow (theppot.org). PPOT is a mentorship part of the EAA Young Eagles program. After that flight there was no doubt what he wanted to do. In his professional career, Paul as worked as a CFI, CFII, MEI, flown the Embraer ERJ-145 for large regional and is now an Airbus A320 pilot. Read More...

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The Importance of Body Language and What It Says about You Eight ways to improve your body language Written By: Reini Thijssen

first impression is made even before a single word is said. Appearance and body language speak volumes which make it all the more important to understand non-verbal communication. Understanding non-verbal communication makes it easier to gauge your Aconversational partner, and it can help improve how you convey your message. The following Body Language Checklist can help you improve your first impression!

34 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS What is body language? does not match what you think and feel, people tend to Body language is a form of non-verbal communication. rely on tone and body language. When your conversation Non-verbal communication is all communication that is partner notices a discrepancy between what you say not contained in words. The content, the words, is verbal verbally and what you convey non-verbally, they might communication. The combination of verbal and non- question the message. For example, when giving a verbal communication gives meaning to the content. Body compliment while frowning, the other person might be language combines these elements: skeptical and not believe the compliment. In other words, 1. Facial expression: The face is the primary if what you say matches what you feel and think, your indicator we rely on to interpret a person’s emotions. message will likely come across as it was intended. Seven micro-expressions involve facial twitches lasting Much of our body language is intuitive, and you might less than half a second: anger, disgust, happiness, sadness, not even notice that you are communicating with your fear, sadness, contempt, and surprise. posture and facial expressions. For example, rubbing your 2. Clothing: Certain styles and colors send a hands because you are nervous, or frowning because you message. The way we dress is often used to signify gender, are thinking inject meaning. Sometimes you do not realize age and economic class. what you are showing; meaning that we often do not know 3. Eye contact: Eye contact during a conversation is how others might interpret our body language. However, very important and shows interest. However, too much eye conclusions are frequently drawn from body language, contact can appear aggressive. sometimes outweighing the words we say. When someone 4. Gestures: Everyone uses their hands and arms says to have a good time while sitting in a corner with in different ways. For example, arms can indicate a their arms folded, do you believe what they say or what defensive position. Crossed arms are often viewed as a they convey with their body language? Misinterpretation of closed posture. The arms can also hang loosely with the body language can lead to miscommunication and work to shoulders back, which is usually a sign that someone is your disadvantage. relaxed. Hands can emphasize the message or indicate an The Body Language Improvement honest, open attitude by showing open palms. Checklist 5. Voice: Voice includes the volume, the rate of 1. Relax speech, and pitch. A slow, monotonous voice can convey Take a deep breath through your nose and release bordom. A high-pitched, fast speech can sound nervous. your breath slowly through your mouth for 4 seconds. 6. Posture: Posture is the general position of the body. Repeat this a few times. This exercise relaxes both your In general, comfortable people will keep their heads up and body and face, making you look more relaxed right away. look at you directly. Slightly leaning back indicates feeling 2. Posture relaxed, leaning slightly forward indicates active listening. With the last deep breath to relax, shrug your Miscommunication through body shoulders. With the exhale, let them fall backward entirely. language Pull them back slightly. People with straightened shoulders It is crucial to realize that body language is come across as more open and self-assured. This can help continuously observed and interpreted when improve your mood as well. communicating with others. If the content of your words

September 2021 | 35 Standing upright shows confidence, authority, and hands and hand gestures. Fiddling or twisting thumbs can energy. Pretend a string is pulling your head and shoulders appear bored or impatient. In addition, always give a firm up to the ceiling. Your weight should be evenly distributed, hand to comes across as confident. with your feet firmly on the floor. 8. Active attitude 3. Eye contact An active attitude shows interest ¬– that you are You appear more confident when you make eye motivated and interested in the other person and the contact while talking to others. Making eye contact is not topic of conversation. the same as staring. Making eye contact while the other When you listen, you adopt an active attitude by: person is talking shows interest and empathy. Extra plus: • A slightly bent-over posture, upright, with the People tend to find good listeners more likable, so let shoulders and toes toward the conversation partner. This them talk. open body language implies attention and focus. 4. Smile • Do not move your body away from the A friendly smile shows comfort and sends the message conversation, but lean forward and focus eyes, ears, and that you are at ease. Again, it is all about the proper energy on the conversation. dosage. However, when in doubt, smile. • Do not cross arms and legs, and do not multitask. 5. Mirroring Put your phone away if you do not want to appear Mirroring means following the movements of your disinterested and/or disrespectful. conversation partner to show interest and attention. For • Offer frequent, small encouragement such as example, if your conversation partner puts his right leg nodding your head, humming, “Mm, mm,” or saying, over his knee, you do the same. Most people already “Keep going.” do this unconsciously, but it can be helpful to pay extra Final thoughts: Be yourself attention to it. For the advanced users: Too much or The checklist can be helpful and used in various conspicuous mirroring can come across as too intense. situations, professionally and privately. However, there 6. Clothing and presentation is one important thing to note: When overthinking about Nothing is more personal than one’s clothing style. how you come across and focusing on every move, it is Wearing clothes that make you feel comfortable can make impossible to concentrate on the conversation. Listening is you feel powerful, even on the phone. Pay a little extra the most crucial action during a conversation. People find attention to your wardrobe. Give consideration to which a conversation partner who listens more sympathetic. Do colors and fit suit the situation? not be too hard on yourself, and be yourself! Making a professional impression is more than clothing. For example, also make sure that you keep perspiration under control. Make sure to have fresh breath, and keep your hands clean and tidy. About the Author 7. Hands

Keeping both hands in sight shows confidence. Keeping Reini Thijssen is a Mental Health Counselor and avid traveler. She moved to the United your palms visible is a sign that you are approachable and States from the Netherlands in 2019 to pursue not a threat. Also, pay attention to what you do with your a career in counseling. She is a writer for Aero Crew News and specializes in helping aerospace professionals. Read More...

36 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS FITNESS

Nutrition Matters – Even on the Weekends Written By: Eric Ray

ver the years I have completed many fitness programs (those late-night order from the comfort of your own home kind), maintained a certain level of physical readiness O(because of my military career), and after all this time, still enjoy being physically fit.

September 2021 | 37 The nutrition side of my life would be okay, and especially of mine. I can eat a whole box of peanut-butter patty Girl better during the periods I was working defined programs Scout cookies – in one sitting!!! or working on improving my prowess for the military’s semi-annual physical fitness test. Looking back, I could 4. Be disciplined in your approach to nutrition. Don’t reasonably work a defined/outlined nutrition plan for think “cheat days.” Try to eat consistently every day and something bordering on 90 days. I did have some success understand that it’s okay to have the occasional “free” with this approach, but it was never sustainable beyond meal. Enjoy living life and being out with friends and completion of any program. family, especially now as we are trying to reconnect after this last crazy year. I never truly focused on what good nutrition was and what it could do for me. I would inevitably cheat on the weekends. The whole point of making any meaningful change, I figured, why not? It’s the reward for working hard, right? I whether its health, nutrition, fitness, or whatever gets had this mindset: I will just push harder or add more cardio you to your #PAARLife, is to discover and become the best during the week to make up for extra treats. That’s the version of YOU! fallacy of being able to outrun a crappy diet.

I knew I had to change my nutrition and make it something I could enjoy and live with beyond 90 days. Over the last year, I have adopted a new approach. I work the nutrition plan and adjust my caloric intake as necessary to keep my energy levels up and the fat off. This has allowed me to drop nearly 30 pounds over the last year and has helped me to keep it off.

Here’s what I learned:

1. You must determine YOUR own caloric needs. There are many online nutrition calculators available that will help you determine that number. Use them.

2. Don’t be overly restrictive. That leads to binging. Find an approach that allows you to still eat things you like in moderation. Start reading food labels. You’ll be amazed at serving sizes!! About the Author

3. Know what your triggers are and work to limit them. Eric Ray is a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach. He is the co-creator of Reduce your temptations by not having those “trigger the Hii360 Coaching Method and current president of Hii360 Coaching. Read More... things” in the pantry. Peanut butter with chocolate is one

38 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS MONEY

Using an HSA as a Retirement Account Written by Gary Krasnov, AIF®, CLTC®

here are few vehicles as tax efficient as a Health Savings Account (HSA). I like to think of HSAs as a ROTH on steroids. As you know, in most cases1 with a ROTH account, you can Tinvest after-tax dollars that grow tax free and are withdrawn tax free in retirement.

September 2021 | 39 With an HSA, you can deposit pre-tax dollars that grow tax free and when withdrawn for qualified medical expenses (QME) are distributed tax free. An HSA may be the most powerful wealth-accumulation tool available to you. First, let’s review the current rules for HSA accounts. THE RULES FOR HSA ACCOUNTS To contribute to an HSA, you must be enrolled in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP) and cannot be covered by any other traditional health plan. For example, if you are covered by Tri-Care, you cannot contribute to an HSA even if you are also enrolled in an HDHP at work. Contribution limits for HSA accounts are indexed for inflation and for 2021, the limit is $3,600 for an individual (compared to $3,500 in 2019) and $7,200 for an employee with family coverage (compared to $7,000 in 2019). If you are 55 or older, you are also allowed an additional $1,000 as a catch-up contribution. For a medical plan to be considered an HDHP, it must meet the following criteria; the annual deductible for 2021 must be at least $1,400 for an individual and no less than $2,800 for a covered family. The total annual deductible and other out-of-pocket expenses cannot exceed $6,900 for an individual and $13,800 for a covered family. (This limit doesn’t apply to out-of-network services.) These amounts are also indexed for inflation. Your contribution to an HSA is not subject to federal income tax, state tax (except in Alabama, California and New Jersey), or FICA taxes, if made through your employer’s HSA plan. Distributions from an HSA are tax free if used for QMEs of your own, your spouse or anyone who is a dependent on your federal tax return. QMEs can be defined as any out-of-pocket health care cost that would be allowed as an itemized deduction on your tax return, unless you actually received a deduction for that expense. (Otherwise, you would be “double-dipping.”) QMEs can be any medical, dental or vision expense. The premium for your HDHP is not a QME because you are already using pre-tax dollars. Reimbursement from an HSA for a QME does not need to be taken in the year the expense was incurred (so save ALL QME receipts), but the QME must have occurred in a year you were covered by an HDHP and you did not receive a tax deduction for the medical expense. If you have an HDHP, you may not contribute to a Flexible Savings Account (FSA). The good news is that unlike an FSA, an HSA does not have a use-it-or-lose-it provision, and it is portable. The money you contribute is yours until you use it and becomes part of your estate when you pass. You also do not need to submit proof of a QME to withdraw money from an HSA, just save the receipts for the QME in case you are ever audited by the IRS. Another difference between an HSA and an FSA is that with an HSA you can change your contribution rate throughout the year. If you make a withdrawal from your HSA prior to reaching age 65 for a non-QME, the withdrawal is subject to both income tax and a 20% tax penalty. After age 65, the same non-QME withdrawal is subject to income tax only. Once you go on Medicare Part A, you may no longer contribute to an HSA but, of course, can continue to make withdrawals from your HSA. Most recently, Fidelity estimates that a couple retiring in 2019 at age 65 will incur $285,000 in medical expenses in their lifetime², not including any costs for long-term care.

40 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS “WHAT SHOULD I CONTRIBUTE TO FIRST?” Let’s take a quick look at the tax treatment of these different accounts. Pre-Tax Contribution Taxed at Withdrawal 401(k) YES YES ROTH NO NO IRA* YES YES HSA YES NO *For the purposes of this discussion, we will assume you are below the income limits that would otherwise exclude you from making these contributions. Now let’s look at what this could mean to you in spendable dollars in the future. To keep things simple, I will use the following assumptions: 25% effective tax rate, 5% annualized growth, $1,000 yearly contribution, 10 years from first contribution to first withdrawal. We will also assume there is no company match to your 401(k).

Total Contribution Account Value at First Withdrawal After-Tax Spendable $ 401(k) $10,000 $13,206 $8,584 ROTH $7,500 $9,905 $9,505 IRA $10,000 $13,206 $8,584 HSA $10,000 $13,206 $13,206 As you can see, an HSA can yield over 30% more in spendable dollars than any other savings vehicles. 401(k), ROTH, IRA, HSA … What if I can’t fund them all? First, I am assuming you do not have a lot of high-interest credit card debt. If you do, that is priority number one. Build a budget, stick to it and get those credit cards paid off. If that means no Starbucks or cable, make the sacrifice; in the long run, you will be much happier. If you currently are not in a position to contribute the maximum allowable to your 401(k) and an HSA, I would recommend that you contribute enough to your 401(k) to receive the full company match and then contribute as much as you can to an HSA. Please remember that the intent is not to use the money in the HSA to pay current out-of-pocket expenses but to leave the money in your HSA invested for medical expenses incurred in retirement. As your income rises and you have excess cash flow, contribute the maximum allowable amount to your HSA, then increase your contributions to your 401(k) with the goal of maxing out your contribution ($19,000 in 2019).

SAVINGS PRIORITIES To review, here is the priority for retirement savings: 1. 401(k) contributions sufficient to capture all your company match 2. HSA 3. 529 plan contributions (if needed) 4. Unmatched contribution to retirement savings plan (401(k), IRA) Why do we save during our working years? This seems like a simple question. To support ourselves in retirement, of course. Part of that support will require us to pay the many medical expenses we incur during our golden years. How

September 2021 | 41 better to do this than saving pre-tax dollars, investing them, watching them grow tax-free and withdrawing them tax-free to pay our medical expenses? An HSA is the only current vehicle that allows you to do this.

CONSULT A PROFESSIONAL Please remember that the following recommendations are somewhat generic, and I have to make assumptions on earnings and tax brackets. For recommendations specific to your situation, please give us a call at (800) 321-9123 or request a call by visiting raa.com/HSAarticle, and we will be happy to provide more specific advice. [1] ROTH contributions are income dependent. Consult your tax professional for specific advice. [2] According to an article published by Fidelity Investments in April 2019 titled, “How to plan for rising health care costs.” Source: Geisler, G. Ph.D. (2016). “Could a Health Savings Account Be Better than an Employer-Matched 401(k)?” Journal of Financial Planning 29 (1): 40 - 48.

Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only and should not be construed as individual investment advice. Actual recommendations are provided by RAA following consultation and are custom-tailored to each investor’s unique needs and circumstances. The information contained herein is from sources believed to be accurate and reliable. However, RAA accepts no legal responsibility for any errors or omissions. Investments in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds may increase or decrease in value. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Any of the charts and graphs included in this article are not recommendations for the purchase and sale of any security.

About the Author

Gary Krasnov serves as the vice president of Airline Strategy and Compliance for RAA. Gary joined RAA in 2016 as part of the Advisor Financial Services merger where he was a partner and CCO. Read More...

42 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS SQUALL LINE

Mammatus Clouds Clouds formed by descending air Written by: Craig Pieper

s summer lingers and thunderstorms continue to increase, you might see an unusual weather phenomenon – a mammatus cloud. (In pronunciation, the stress is on the first syllable.) This cloud is formed when cool moist air sinks into warm dry air, which is the Aopposite of how most clouds are formed.

September 2021 | 43 Clouds are typically formed when there is moisture have lost their updraft and begin to descend back to present and the temperature and dew point are equal, i.e., the earth into warmer dry air. Some of my research 100% saturation. Clouds form when sunlight is reflected has indicated mammatus clouds may form because by the earth’s surfaces and warms the air around it. This of a tornado, but seeing mammatus clouds, does not warmer air rises and as it rises into the atmosphere it mean there is a tornado associated with that towering decreases in temperature. If it stays warmer than the air cumulonimbus cloud. around it, it will continue to rise. When these molecules of air reach the point where the temperature has cooled While these clouds can create amazingly beautiful, awe- enough to equal the dew point and moisture is present in aspiring sunsets and cannot necessarily be associated the air, these molecules of air will then begin the process with severe weather, it is highly recommended to avoid of forming a cloud. This process is called sublimation. If flying in or around them as they are generally associated these molecules of air continue to be warmer than the with turbulence, wind shear and icing. Enjoy the sight, but air around them, they will continue to rise. This is the only from a safe distance. start of a cumulus cloud. If there is enough lifting force, moisture and instability, this cloud can develop into a thunderstorm.

Mammatus clouds are most commonly found with extreme thunderstorms. Mammatus clouds look like pouches hanging from a cloud. Typically they are found on the underside of the anvil of a thunderstorm or extend from the base of a cumulonimbus cloud. Additionally, they can also be found under altostratus and cirrus clouds and volcanic ash clouds. Typically, the moisture inside these clouds is composed of ice crystals.

Mamma is a Latin word, which means ‘udder’ or ‘breast’, which is attributed to the appearance of the cloud¬ – much like a cow’s udder. These clouds can stretch for hundreds of miles in any direction and are said to last between ten to sixty minutes.

For the longest time, I believed that these clouds were associated with tornadoes, but this is not always the case. About the Author In researching this topic, I learned that they typically

form in the dissipating stage of a thunderstorm on the Craig Pieper - Craig Pieper is the Publisher underside of the anvil after the upper-level winds have and Founder of Aero Crew News and a second generation airline pilot. Read More... blown the top off and these dense moist cold air particles

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Preparing for Initial Part 121 Training Written by: Sergio Sovero

he journey of Part 121 training can be a challenging one culminating in the joy for having fulfilled a long-standing dream. Fortunately, over the years, air carriers have improved training significantly. Among these improvements, Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) Tstands out as the most robust platform to date. While maintaining the same objectives and performance standards, AQP is capable of training candidates to proficiency, while focusing on real-world scenarios.

September 2021 | 45 Initial Part 121 training is divided into two main phases: items for each lesson and ensure you review them ahead Initial Indoctrination (INDOC) and Qualification training. of time. Make note of any questions or areas requiring INDOC training is a one-time requirement, intended clarification so that you can ask the instructor during the to expose new pilots to company-specific operating upcoming session. specifications, among other operational rules. The duration of INDOC will vary depending on the carrier. Each person has unique and distinctive learning mechanisms and preferences. Studying in groups may Qualification training takes place after INDOC completion, be beneficial for some, but not for others. You are the comprising both systems learning and aircraft-specific only one who knows how you learn best. Be sure to training. Systems learning can either take place virtually, communicate your style to your training partner to avoid through distance-learning, computer-based programs, or any misunderstandings. Finally, do not be afraid to in person. Carriers are required to test system knowledge communicate your desire for additional training simulator by the FAA. However, the form of testing depends on the sessions. Training departments want you to be as approved FAA curriculum (whether AQP has been formally confident and competent as possible. Thus, there should approved or not). Traditional forms of testing involved no penalty for a new hire who is requesting additional an oral exam with an APD, while AQP-approved carriers training. Rather, it demonstrates commitment and may be approved to administer written test formats. As determination to excel. mentioned, AQP is a structured program, heavily focused on real-line operations by introducing any deficiencies As regional carriers continue to increase their hiring or issues discovered throughout the operation. Learning projections, many of you will be facing airline training is accomplished through “awareness,” making it a much within the near future. To those approaching this stage more rewarding experience. of your careers, congratulations. Just like any other practical test, the examiner’s role is to ensure safety and In order to better prepare to study for systems, your competency. Perfection is never the standard. Good luck! best option is to review a group of references, rather than a single source. Company-approved study guides may serve useful but will lack depth and detail. In order to complement these, ensure you refer to the aircraft AFM/AOM.

Aircraft-specific training consists of learning flows, procedures, callouts, profiles, limitations, and memory items. Although it may appear overwhelming, organization is key for effective preparation. Learning these ahead About the Author of time will be of significant benefit for the simulation portion of training, as it will build a strong foundation for Sergio Sovero is a First Officer for a US major airline, Gold Seal CFI, AGI, IGI and more advanced maneuvers. Being ahead of the training currently pursuing his MBA in Aviation. Read More... track is likewise important. Always be aware of the line

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Mortgage Preparation Written by: Eric Hoolihan

can’t think of many pilots I know who would walk into a checkride without taking at least a little time to review the procedures and prepare. When it comes to a mortgage, the same should hold true. A little upfront preparation and financial housekeeping will go a long way Itowards helping you, your loan officer and all involved, have a smooth transaction.

September 2021 | 47 $6,000 as a birthday gift, be prepared to explain it. This There are many pieces to the mortgage puzzle, many of is known as “sourcing” and is required for any funds that which I have reviewed in previous columns. Your credit is a have been in an account for fewer than 60 days. Funds huge part of the mortgage equation, so prior to beginning that have been in an account for longer are considered the mortgage process, take a look at your credit report. “seasoned.” Do your bank statements have blank pages? Did you know that you can get a free copy of your credit Whenever sending bank statements, send ANY and ALL report from each of the three bureaus once per year? Just pages, even if they’re blank! Plan to use some stocks or go to www.annualcreditreport.com to begin that process. bonds to cover a down payment or closing costs? That’s This is the ONLY source authorized by federal law, to okay, but current guidelines due to market volatility provide free credit reports to consumers. I know many state: “Evidence of the borrower’s actual receipt of funds people who will obtain a report from one bureau every realized from the sale or liquidation must be documented four months, allowing them to keep tabs on their credit in all cases.” throughout the year. If there is anything of concern, such as disputes, collections, or what are known as “derogatory Did you recently pay off a car? Any installment debts remarks,” reach out to the creditors or credit bureaus to you’ve recently paid off may need to be explained. In resolve them. mortgage speak, we call it a “letter of explanation” or LOX. In many cases this is simply a signed letter stating that During the mortgage underwriting process, your finances you paid off the loan and didn’t assume any new debts. will be reviewed with a magnifying glass. Credit reports That should be sufficient. don’t update in real-time. I often see reports lag a couple of months in reflecting mortgage payments. For example, Completing a loan application is only one step in the report may show the most-recent payment was made getting a mortgage. After that, you’ll work with your in June, but we are already into September. Because of loan officer and their team to provide any required this, additional documentation will be required to prove to documents. Having clear expectations as to exactly what the lender that you’ve made on-time mortgage payments documentation is needed will help your loan to close since the last-reported payment on the credit report. faster and make for a smoother overall process and This can be easily accomplished by furnishing statements happy closing! from your loan servicer. Having online access to all your accounts and the ability to quickly obtain statements and documents can make for an easier process for all involved. Your loan officer will advise you specifically which documents may be required.

If you’re buying a home or bringing cash to close for a About the Author refinance, you’ll probably have to show proof of sufficient assets to close. If you’re like me, you may have several Eric Hoolihan has been an airline pilot for over 14 years having flown the D-328Jet, bank accounts for different purposes. Underwriters will EMB-145 & A320. He is licensed as a loan officer in Minnesota and Texas. Read More... review any accounts provided. If your grandma gave you

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Handling Technological Advances in the Flight Deck Learning from electronic flight bag implementation Written by: Justin Abrams

echnology has a tremendous impact on every facet of our industry. Advances made in the last few years have allowed companies to operate more efficiently, with lower costs and lower environmental impacts. With the goal of increasing flight safety, technological Tadvances continue to find their way into the flight deck as well. As our access to new technology grows, our day-to-day responsibilities and tasks are altered. Changes within our flight deck environment will continue to take place, and I believe we can take many lessons from the recent industry-wide electronic flight bag implementation which will better facilitate similar advances in the future. As one would expect, the industry was so eager to adapt electronic flight bags because they provided many benefits to both pilots and operators. However, an undertaking that would fundamentally change the way aeronautical charts, company documents and aircraft data is accessed was incredibly complex. Like most things in aviation, changes often bring threats and additional challenges that must be given proper attention.

September 2021 | 49 I like to view technological advances not as replacements New technology implementation is something we will see for our attention and energy, but as tools that allow us again and again in our careers. In fact, if you are at the to refocus our efforts on the status of our aircraft and early stages of your career, at some point, you will likely general situational awareness. It can be difficult to learn work with technology that has yet to be developed or and become accustomed to new technology, especially even envisioned. As with electronic flight bags, we must when it does not work as designed. The benefits of continue to embrace new technology while recognizing the electronic flight bags greatly outweigh the risks and threats it may introduce. Though some things may offer offer significant operational benefits. Pilots can enjoy a incredible benefits, there is no such thing as “fail safe,” streamlined approach to updating manuals and accessing and it is important to understand their limits and have a aircraft and operational information, while companies plan of action should something not work as expected. are able to enjoy significant fuel savings and supply Take the necessary time to understand the technology you information to an entire pilot group with the push of a work with and utilize company materials to ensure you button. While they do not change the way we perform our can use it safely before stepping foot into the flight deck. duties, they increase efficiency and eliminate a significant Reflecting on the electronic flight bag implementation will amount of paper waste. help us all in the future as more advances come our way.

Though I do not believe anyone currently flying with an electronic flight bag reminisces about the days of thirty- pound flight kits and lengthy paper chart revisions, we must remember that the process of implementing electronic flight bags into flight operations was not without its hiccups. While a bit hard to imagine given their prevalence in everyday life today, these devices were not terribly widespread when they were first approved by operators to replace paper charts and manuals. Many pilots were learning how to operate and use the device for the first time, having had no previous experience with like devices in their personal life. Combine that with their critical nature with respect to flight safety and it became a daunting task for many. Any issues with its operation could have had severe consequences, resulting in the need for new procedures that addressed situations such as device failures and operating system/application download About the Author issues. That accounts for the long implementation process, as it needed to be proved that pilots had received Justin Abrams is a first officer for a major sufficient training and would be capable of safely handling US airline. He earned a Bachelor of Science failures that may arise. degree in Aviation with a minor in Security and Intelligence from the Ohio State University in 2015. Read More...

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Remembering an Extraordinary, Everyday Hero Written By: Garrett Anderson

wenty years ago, on a warm sunny afternoon, just weeks before Sept. 11, 2001, Jason Dahl, a pilot for United Airlines, called his friend and neighbor, Kevin Larson. Larson, previously a financial executive for Xerox, fondly recalled the short conversation. “What are you doing this Tafternoon?” asked Dahl. “I got an idea. I’m going to plant daffodils. I don’t want (wife) Sandy to know. I have got to get these in the ground before she gets home. So, can you come over and help me?”

September 2021 | 51 “So, I helped him,” said Larson. They planted a couple hundred daffodil bulbs along the side of the Dahl home. “He just wanted it to be a surprise for her.” Weeks later, Dahl was the captain of the ill-fated United Airlines Flight 93 that crashed into a field outside Shanksville, Pa. All that happened that day tore a hole in both his hometown and the flying community. Tom Bush, the current president of the Captain Jason Dahl Scholarship Fund (www.dahlfund.org), commented about the months after 9/11, “Sandy Dahl gathered up a group of close friends and said, ‘We need to start something for Jason to remember him and the way he was.’” Bush had known Dahl as a neighbor and from working with him at the United Airlines training center in Denver. Maj. Heather “Lucky” Penney On 9/11, Penney was given the mission to ram her jet “He was one of those guys that just sort of lived the into the tail of Flight 93. But because of the heroics of Good Samaritan philosophy and was always observant of the 33 passengers and seven crewmembers onboard the other people around him,” said Bush, who flew the C-130 commercial jetliner who fought back against the four Hercules for the Air Force and served in the National al-Qaida terrorists, she did not have to complete that Guard before joining United Airlines. “When he saw that desperate mission. somebody was needing something and he had the ability to help them, he would just jump in and do it. There’re “It was the passengers on Flight 93 who really took matters probably a thousand stories like that. When we had a into their own hands and they’re the true heroes,” said celebration of life, people came out of the woodwork with Penney. “How can we live that legacy out every day? … stories. We never knew who they were; they just came out remembering the heroism, the courage, and the sacrifice of the woodwork and said, ‘Here is how I knew Jason.’” of Captain Dahl, First Officer Homer and the passengers on Maj. Heather “Lucky” Penney is a retired Air Force F-16 Flight 93. They knew that there were things in this world Falcon pilot and a fellow for the Mitchell Aerospace more important than themselves and they were willing to Institute. Her experiences on 9/11 have inspired her to take action to protect that.” talk about everyday heroes, especially the legacy of the victims and survivors of 9/11. While she did not know Dahl Since its beginning in 2002, the Captain Jason Dahl personally, her intimate connection to Flight 93 led her to Scholarship Fund has awarded 178 scholarships totaling accept an invitation to speak at the upcoming 2021 Heroes $347,000. What began as a local scholarship limited to of Flight 93 Remembrance Gala, hosted by the Captain Metro State University in Denver and at Dahl’s alma mater, Jason Dahl Scholarship Fund. San Jose State in San Jose, Calif., opportunities opened nationally in 2011 to any applicant to a four-year aviation program within the United States.

52 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS According to Bush, since its inception, the fund has been largely dependent upon charitable donors and the support of Jeppesen, United Airlines, and several frequent flyer organizations. However, in the last couple of years, overwhelming support and growth have allowed the fund to become almost completely self-sufficient. Jeff Cramer, a Naval Academy graduate, Air Force pilot, United colleague and close friend of Dahl, said that this effort represents the best of Dahl. Cramer described Dahl, “… a self-made pilot with bootstrap and flair. Dahl’s Heartland Hero essay assembly catch phrase was, ‘If you can do something yourself, do it,’” interjected Cramer, who met Dahl at United’s training Palamara explained that Sandy Dahl and Bush came center in Denver. to him with an idea. “Jason was such a hero to not only people in the aviation industry, but also in the While the scholarship fund seeks to support and neighborhood.” They asked, “What can we do to make encourage young pilots across the nation, its importance sure we recognize heroism, not only about 9/11, but in has grown to include a stake in the local community. everyday heroes?” About ten years ago, a group of teenagers damaged a bronze eagle memorial erected by the Ken Caryl Ranch The answer came with the Heartland Heroes program community, the neighborhood where the Dahls lived. The which started at Bradford Primary School in Littleton, Colo. memorial honors him and all the victims of 9/11. Neighbor Sandy Dahl was instrumental in founding the program Kevin Larson attributed the vandalism to young people and since her death in 2012, it has been supported by the who did not realize the significance behind the memorial, Captain Jason Dahl Scholarship Fund. nor the sacrifices made on 9/11. He added, “That’s when Sandy went to (local elementary school principal) Sam Palamara offered, “Fifth-grade teachers are really the Palamara and said, ‘We want every kid in Ken Caryl Valley heroes for me, because they are the ones who every year to know who Captain Dahl was.’” introduce 9/11 and the story of Jason Dahl and use it as a writing prompt for students at the school. Every fifth- grade student is told about Captain Dahl and is asked to submit an essay about a hero in their own life,” added Bush. “Very rarely do we get children who write about a famous person, someone that is a celebrity, or someone in the sports world,” said Palamara, noting that the program has expanded to include16 schools in the South Jefferson County area. “They write about their everyday heroes; moms, dads, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, friends, neighbors, medical professionals … who have Sandy Dahl and Melodie helped them out.”

September 2021 | 53 The Captain Jason Dahl Scholarship Fund has impacted scores of lives. To date, 141 scholarships have been awarded. Blake Moore, a 2016 recipient and recent graduate of Metro State College of Denver, who is also a new 757 pilot for United Airlines, brought his own impressions about Dahl’s legacy. He noted that throughout United’s new hire program an emphasis on the word legacy was inter-woven into the messages.

Heartland Hero essay assembly “They (United Airlines) talk a lot about the legacy, specifically that Jason left not only at United, but in the local community and within the training center,” Of Heartland Heroes, fighter-pilot Penney extolled, “I’ve said Moore. “They talk about how a lot of their training never seen any program before that asks young people philosophy right now is built around some of the to think about who their heroes are in such a deliberate principles that he had while working there.” and conscientious manner. It makes that kind of courage and that kind of service and that kind of community One of the first scholarship winners, Nichole Clayton and sacrifice much more accessible to those young from Metro State College of Denver, said that winning people, and hopefully encourages them to live that way the scholarship helped her decide upon her career path. as well. Identifying those heroes early and being able “When I applied for the scholarship, I was double majoring to understand the choices they make – that kind of in business management and aviation technology and inspiration and that kind of recognition is crucial as these young people move out into the world.”

As the 2021 speaker for the fund’s fall gala, Penney has also been asked to record a short video for the fifth- grade students participating in this year’s Heartland Heroes program. She wants to convey to the students that, “Heroism is a choice and it’s like a muscle. If we don’t exercise the elements that make heroism, how do we connect with others, and how do we empathize with others? Setting aside personal wants, desires, and needs for others requires confronting our fears and doing the right thing even when it’s scary and when we might have something to lose. It makes the heroism muscles strong so that when our moment comes, we’re ready.”

54 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS trying to decide between a career in aviation or getting Information and reservations for the Heroes of Flight 93 my MBA and flying for fun,” said Clayton, who is now a Remembrance gala can be found on their website: www. CRJ pilot for a commuter airline with two teenage boys. dahlfund.org. The gala is scheduled for Oct. 2, 2021, at the “Meeting the people behind the Captain Jason Dahl Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colo. Individual tickets Scholarship fully tipped the scales and ended up being cost $150 with discounts for couples and families. Along super pivotal for me.” with dinner and the keynote speaker, Penney, there will be a silent auction. Proceeds will benefit the Captain Jason Another of the many success stories is that of a pilot who Dahl Scholarship Fund. turned his back on a potential major league baseball career. Justin Dean was awarded the scholarship in 2004 Donations to the scholarship fund are accepted through while attending Metro State College of Denver. “Since I was the fund’s website to support future generations of pilots a little kid, all I wanted to do is fly. My dad was very upset and leaders in the United States and aviation industry. at me for that because he had played in the MLB, but all I Single-time or recurring donations are accepted. wanted to do is fly.” Pilots attending a four-year degree aviation course in In a sad, ironic footnote, Jason Dahl was not originally the United States can also apply for the scholarship. The scheduled to be on Flight 93 on 9/11. However, he traded application window typically closes in April of each year his flight schedule with another so he could take his wife and scholarship winners are announced each summer. on a fifth-year anniversary trip to Europe, reported a local television broadcast in 2019. Dahl was called upon to exercise his “heroism muscles” and he made the ultimate sacrifice to protect others and our country. Ultimately, that is his legacy.

Recalling the daffodils that Dahl planted for his wife with Larson, Bush noted, “The next spring after 9/11, these daffodils came up,” adding that he thought Larson had forgotten about them too. “All of a sudden, her favorite flowers, daffodils, are popping up,” mused Larson. “She had no idea that they were going to. … his last token of his love for her. It was like he was still there talking to her.”

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56 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS John J Badagliacca Michele Beale Shimmy D Biegeleisen Jane Ellen Baeszler Paul Frederick Beatini Peter Alexander Bielfeld Robert J Baierwalter Jane S Beatty William G Biggart Andrew J Bailey Lawrence Ira Beck Brian Bilcher Brett T Bailey Manette Marie Beckles Carl Vincent Bini Tatyana Bakalinskaya Carl John Bedigian Gary Eugene Bird Michael S Baksh Michael Earnest Beekman Joshua David Birnbaum Sharon M Balkcom Maria A Behr George John Bishop Michael Andrew Bane Yelena Belilovsky Jeffrey Donald Bittner Katherine Bantis Nina Patrice Bell Albert Balewa Blackman, Jr Gerard Baptiste Debbie Bellows Christopher Joseph Blackwell Walter Baran Stephen Elliot Belson Susan Leigh Blair Gerard A Barbara Paul M Benedetti Harry Blanding, Jr Paul Vincent Barbaro Denise Lenore Benedetto Janice Lee Blaney James William Barbella Maria Bengochea Craig Michael Blass Ivan Kyrillos F Barbosa Bryan Craig Bennett Rita Blau Victor Daniel Barbosa Eric L Bennett Richard Middleton Blood, Jr Colleen Ann Barkow Oliver Duncan Bennett Michael Andrew Boccardi David Michael Barkway Margaret L Benson John P Bocchi Matthew Barnes Dominick J Berardi Michael Leopoldo Bocchino Sheila Patricia Barnes James Patrick Berger Susan M Bochino Evan J Baron Steven Howard Berger Bruce D Boehm Renee Barrett-Arjune John P Bergin Mary Catherine Boffa Nathaly Barrios La Cruz Alvin Bergsohn Nicholas Andrew Bogdan Arthur Thaddeus Barry Daniel Bergstein Darren Christopher Bohan Diane G Barry Michael J Berkeley Lawrence Francis Boisseau Maurice Vincent Barry Donna M Bernaerts Vincent M Boland, Jr Scott D Bart David W Bernard Alan Bondarenko Carlton W Bartels William Bernstein Andre Bonheur, Jr Guy Barzvi David M Berray Colin Arthur Bonnett Inna B Basina David S Berry Frank Bonomo Alysia Basmajian Joseph J Berry Yvonne Lucia Bonomo Kenneth William Basnicki William Reed Bethke Genieve Bonsignore, 3 Steven Bates Timothy Betterly Seaon Booker Paul James Battaglia Edward Frank Beyea Sherry Ann Bordeaux Walter David Bauer, Jr Paul Beyer Krystine Bordenabe Marlyn Capito Bautista Anil Tahilram Bharvaney Martin Boryczewski Jasper Baxter Bella J Bhukhan Richard Edward Bosco

September 2021 | 57 John H Boulton Bettina Browne Edward Calderon Francisco Eligio Bourdier Mark Bruce Kenneth Marcus Caldwell Thomas Harold Bowden, Jr Richard George Bruehert Dominick Enrico Calia Kimberly S Bowers Andrew Brunn Felix Calixte Veronique Nicole Bowers Vincent Brunton Frank Callahan Larry Bowman Ronald Paul Bucca Liam Callahan Shawn Edward Bowman, Jr Brandon J Buchanan Luigi Calvi Kevin L Bowser Gregory Joseph Buck Roko Camaj Gary R Box Dennis Buckley Michael F Cammarata Gennady Boyarsky Nancy Clare Bueche David Otey Campbell Pamela Boyce Patrick Joseph Buhse Geoffrey Thomas Campbell Michael Boyle John Edwards Bulaga, Jr Jill Marie Campbell Alfred Braca Stephen Bunin Robert Arthur Campbell Kevin Bracken Matthew J Burke Sandra Patricia Campbell David Brian Brady Thomas Daniel Burke Sean Thomas Canavan Alexander Braginsky William Francis Burke, Jr John A Candela Nicholas W Brandemarti Donald J Burns Vincent Cangelosi Michelle Renee Bratton Kathleen Anne Burns Stephen J Cangialosi Patrice Braut Keith James Burns Lisa Bella Cannava Lydia E Bravo John Patrick Burnside Brian Cannizzaro Ronald Michael Breitweiser Irina Buslo Michael Canty Edward A Brennan III Milton G Bustillo Louis Anthony Caporicci Francis Henry Brennan Thomas M Butler Jonathan Neff Cappello Michael E Brennan Patrick Byrne James Christopher Cappers Peter Brennan Timothy G Byrne Richard Michael Caproni Thomas M Brennan Jesus Neptali Cabezas Jose Manuel Cardona Daniel J Brethel Lillian Caceres Dennis M Carey Gary Lee Bright Brian Joseph Cachia Steve Carey Jonathan Briley Steven Dennis Cafiero, Jr Edward Carlino Mark A Brisman Richard M Caggiano Michael Scott Carlo Paul Gary Bristow Cecile Marella Caguicla David G Carlone Mark Francis Broderick Michael John Cahill Rosemarie C Carlson Herman Charles Broghammer Scott Walter Cahill Mark Stephen Carney Keith A Broomfield Thomas Joseph Cahill Joyce Ann Carpeneto Ethel Brown Janice George Cain Ivhan Luis Carpio Bautista Juloise Brown Salvatore B Calabro Jeremy M Carrington Lloyd Stanford Brown Joseph Calandrillo Michael Carroll Patrick J Brown Philip V Calcagno Peter Carroll

58 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS James Joseph Carson, Jr Vernon Paul Cherry Geoffrey W Cloud Marcia Cecil Carter Nester Julio Chevalier Susan Marie Clyne James Marcel Cartier Swede Chevalier Steven Coakley Vivian Casalduc Alexander H Chiang Jeffrey Alan Coale John Francis Casazza Dorothy J Chiarchiaro Patricia A Cody Paul R Cascio Luis Alfonso Chimbo Daniel Michael Coffey Margarito Casillas Robert Chin Jason M Coffey Thomas Anthony Casoria Wing Wai Ching Florence G Cohen William Otto Caspar Nicholas Paul Chiofalo Kevin Sanford Cohen Alejandro Castano John Chipura Anthony Joseph Coladonato Arcelia Castillo Peter A Chirchirillo Mark Joseph Colaio Germaan Castillo Garcia Catherine Chirls Stephen Colaio Leonard M Castrianno Kyung Hee Cho Christopher M Colasanti Jose Ramon Castro Abul K Chowdhury Kevin Nathaniel Colbert Richard G Catarelli Mohammad Salahuddin Chowdhury Michel P Colbert Christopher Sean Caton Kirsten L Christophe Keith E Coleman Robert John Caufield Pamela Chu Scott Thomas Coleman Mary Teresa Caulfield Steven Chucknick Tarel Coleman Judson Cavalier Wai Chung Liam Joseph Colhoun Michael Joseph Cawley Christopher Ciafardini Robert D Colin Jason David Cayne Alex F Ciccone Robert J Coll Juan Armando Ceballos Frances Ann Cilente Jean Collin Jason Michael Cefalu Elaine Cillo John Michael Collins Thomas Joseph Celic Edna Cintron Michael L Collins Ana Mercedes Centeno Nestor Andre Cintron III Thomas J Collins Joni Cesta Robert Dominick Cirri Joseph Collison Jeffrey Marc Chairnoff Juan Pablo Cisneros-Alvarez Patricia Malia Colodner Swarna Chalasani Benjamin Keefe Clark Linda M Colon William Chalcoff Eugene Clark Sol E Colon Eli Chalouh Gregory Alan Clark Ronald Edward Comer Charles Lawrence Chan Mannie Leroy Clark Sandra Jolane Conaty Brace Mandy Chang Thomas R Clark Jaime Concepcion Mark Lawrence Charette Christopher Robert Clarke Albert Conde Gregorio Manuel Chavez Donna Marie Clarke Denease Conley Delrose E Cheatham Michael J Clarke Susan P Conlon Pedro Francisco Checo Suria Rachel Emma Clarke Margaret Mary Conner Douglas MacMillan Cherry Kevin Francis Cleary Cynthia Marie Lise Connolly Stephen Patrick Cherry James D Cleere John E Connolly, Jr

September 2021 | 59 James Lee Connor Lucy Crifasi Patrick W Danahy Jonathan M Connors John A Crisci Nana Danso Kevin Patrick Connors Daniel Hal Crisman Vincent Danz Kevin F Conroy Dennis Cross Dwight Donald Darcy Jose Manuel Contreras-Fernandez Kevin Raymond Crotty Elizabeth Ann Darling Brenda E Conway Thomas G Crotty Annette Andrea Dataram Dennis Michael Cook John Crowe Lawrence Davidson Helen D Cook Welles Remy Crowther Michael Allen Davidson John A Cooper Robert L Cruikshank Scott Matthew Davidson Joseph John Coppo, Jr John Robert Cruz Titus Davidson Gerard J Coppola Grace Yu Cua Niurka Davila Joseph Albert Corbett Kenneth John Cubas Clinton Davis Alejandro Cordero Francisco Cruz Cubero Wayne Terrial Davis Robert Cordice Richard J Cudina Anthony Richard Dawson Ruben D Correa Neil James Cudmore Calvin Dawson Danny A Correa-Gutierrez Thomas Patrick Cullen lll Edward James Day James J Corrigan Joyce Cummings Jayceryll de Chavez Carlos Cortes Brian Thomas Cummins Jennifer De Jesus Kevin Cosgrove Michael Cunningham Monique E De Jesus Dolores Marie Costa Robert Curatolo Nereida De Jesus Digna Alexandra Costanza Laurence Damian Curia Emerita De La Pena Charles Gregory Costello, Jr Paul Dario Curioli Azucena Maria de la Torre Michael S Costello Beverly Curry David Paul De Rubbio Conrod K Cottoy Michael S Curtin Jemal Legesse De Santis Martin John Coughlan Gavin Cushny Christian Louis De Simone John Gerard Coughlin John D’Allara Melanie Louise De Vere Timothy J Coughlin Vincent Gerard D’Amadeo William Thomas Dean James E Cove Jack D’Ambrosi Robert J DeAngelis, Jr Andre Cox Mary D’Antonio Thomas Patrick DeAngelis Frederick John Cox Edward A D’Atri Tara E Debek James Raymond Coyle Michael D D’Auria Anna Marjia DeBin Michele Coyle-Eulau Michael Jude D’Esposito James V Deblase Anne Marie Cramer Manuel John Da Mota Paul DeCola Christopher S Cramer Caleb Arron Dack Simon Marash Dedvukaj Denise Elizabeth Crant Carlos S DaCosta Jason Defazio James Leslie Crawford, Jr Joao Alberto DaFonseca Aguiar, Jr David A DeFeo Robert James Crawford Thomas A Damaskinos Manuel Del Valle, Jr Joanne Mary Cregan Jeannine Marie Damiani-Jones Donald Arthur Delapenha

60 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Vito Joseph DeLeo Carl Anthony DiFranco Sareve Dukat Danielle Anne Delie Donald Difranco Christopher Joseph Dunne Joseph A Della Pietra Stephen Patrick Dimino Richard Anthony Dunstan Andrea DellaBella William John Dimmling Patrick Thomas Dwyer Palmina DelliGatti Marisa DiNardo Schorpp Joseph Anthony Eacobacci Colleen Ann Deloughery Christopher M Dincuff John Bruce Eagleson Francis Albert DeMartini Jeffrey Mark Dingle Robert Douglas Eaton Anthony Demas Anthony Dionisio Dean Phillip Eberling Martin N DeMeo George DiPasquale Margaret Ruth Echtermann Francis Deming Joseph Dipilato Paul Robert Eckna Carol K Demitz Douglas Frank DiStefano Constantine Economos Kevin Dennis Ramzi A Doany Dennis Michael Edwards Thomas F Dennis John Joseph Doherty Michael Hardy Edwards Jean DePalma Melissa C Doi Christine Egan Jose Depena Brendan Dolan Lisa Egan Robert John Deraney Neil Matthew Dollard Martin J Egan, Jr Michael DeRienzo James Joseph Domanico Michael Egan Edward DeSimone III Benilda Pascua Domingo Samantha Martin Egan Andrew Desperito Carlos Dominguez Carole Eggert Cindy Ann Deuel Jerome Mark Patrick Dominguez Lisa Caren Ehrlich Jerry DeVito Kevin W Donnelly John Ernst Eichler Robert P Devitt, Jr Jacqueline Donovan Eric Adam Eisenberg Dennis Lawrence Devlin Stephen Scott Dorf Daphne Ferlinda Elder Gerard Dewan Thomas Dowd Michael J Elferis Sulemanali Kassamali Dhanani Kevin Dowdell Mark Joseph Ellis Patricia Florence Di Chiaro Mary Yolanda Dowling Valerie Silver Ellis Debra Ann Di Martino Raymond Mathew Downey Albert Alfy William Elmarry Michael Louis Diagostino Frank Joseph Doyle Edgar Hendricks Emery, Jr Matthew Diaz Joseph Michael Doyle Doris Suk-Yuen Eng Nancy Diaz Stephen Patrick Driscoll Christopher Epps Rafael Arturo Diaz Mirna A Duarte Ulf Ramm Ericson Michael A Diaz-Piedra III Michelle Beale Duberry Erwin L Erker Judith Berquis Diaz-Sierra Luke A Dudek William John Erwin Joseph Dermot Dickey, Jr Christopher Michael Duffy Jose Espinal Lawrence Patrick Dickinson Gerard Duffy Fanny Espinoza Michael D Diehl Michael Joseph Duffy Bridget Ann Esposito John Difato Thomas W Duffy Francis Esposito Vincent Difazio Antoinette Duger Michael Esposito

September 2021 | 61 William Esposito Peter Adam Feidelberg John Joseph Florio Ruben Esquilin, Jr Alan D Feinberg Joseph Walken Flounders Sadie Ette Rosa Maria Feliciano David Fodor Barbara G Etzold Edward Thomas Fergus, Jr Michael N Fodor Eric Brian Evans George Ferguson Stephen Mark Fogel Robert Evans Henry Fernandez Thomas Foley Meredith Emily June Ewart Judy Hazel Fernandez David J Fontana Catherine K Fagan Julio Fernandez Chih Min Foo Patricia Mary Fagan Elisa Giselle Ferraina Godwin Forde Keith George Fairben Anne Marie Sallerin Ferreira Donald A Foreman Sandra Fajardo-Smith Robert John Ferris Christopher Hugh Forsythe William F Fallon David Francis Ferrugio Claudia Alicia Foster William Lawrence Fallon, Jr Louis V Fersini Noel John Foster Anthony J Fallone, Jr Michael David Ferugio Ana Fosteris Dolores Brigitte Fanelli Bradley James Fetchet Robert Joseph Foti John Joseph Fanning Jennifer Louise Fialko Jeffrey Fox Kathleen Anne Faragher Kristen Nicole Fiedel Fox Thomas Farino Samuel Fields Pauline Francis Nancy Carole Farley Michael Bradley Finnegan Virgin Francis Elizabeth Ann Farmer Timothy J Finnerty Gary Jay Frank Douglas Jon Farnum Michael Curtis Fiore Morton H Frank John G Farrell Stephen S R Fiorelli, Sr Peter Christopher Frank John W Farrell Paul M Fiori Richard K Fraser Terrence Patrick Farrell John B Fiorito Kevin J Frawley Joseph D Farrelly John R Fischer Clyde Frazier, Jr Thomas Patrick Farrelly Andrew Fisher Lillian Inez Frederick Syed Abdul Fatha Bennett Lawson Fisher Andrew Fredricks Christopher Edward Faughnan John Roger Fisher Tamitha Freeman Wendy R Faulkner Thomas J Fisher Brett Owen Freiman Shannon Marie Fava Lucy A Fishman Peter L Freund Bernard D Favuzza Ryan D Fitzgerald Arlene Eva Fried Robert Fazio, Jr Thomas James Fitzpatrick Alan Wayne Friedlander Ronald Carl Fazio Richard P Fitzsimons Andrew Keith Friedman William Feehan Salvatore Fiumefreddo Gregg J Froehner Francis Jude Feely Christina Donovan Flannery Peter Christian Fry Garth Erin Feeney Eileen Flecha Clement A Fumando Sean B Fegan Andre G Fletcher Steven Elliot Furman Lee S Fehling Carl M Flickinger Paul Furmato

62 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Fredric Neal Gabler Donald Richard Gavagan, Jr John Giordano Richard Samuel Federick Gabrielle Terence D Gazzani Steven A Giorgetti James Andrew Gadiel Gary Geidel Martin Giovinazzo Pamela Lee Gaff Paul Hamilton Geier Kum-Kum Girolamo Ervin Vincent Gailliard Julie M Geis Salvatore Gitto Deanna Lynn Galante Peter G Gelinas Cynthia Giugliano Grace Catherine Galante Steven Paul Geller Mon Gjonbalaj Anthony Edward Gallagher Howard G Gelling Dianne Gladstone Daniel James Gallagher Peter Victor Genco, Jr Keith Glascoe John Patrick Gallagher Steven Gregory Genovese Thomas Irwin Glasser Lourdes Galletti Alayne Gentul Harry Glenn Cono E Gallo Edward F Geraghty Barry H Glick Vincenzo Gallucci Suzanne Geraty Steven Glick Thomas E Galvin Ralph Gerhardt John T Gnazzo Giovanna Galletta Gambale Robert Gerlich William Robert Godshalk Thomas Gambino, Jr Denis P Germain Michael Gogliormella Giann Franco Gamboa Marina Romanovna Gertsberg Brian Fredric Goldberg Peter Ganci Susan M Getzendanner Jeffrey Grant Goldflam Ladkat K Ganesh James G Geyer Michelle Goldstein Claude Michael Gann Joseph M Giaccone Monica Goldstein Osseni Garba Vincent Francis Giammona Steven Goldstein Charles William Garbarini Debra Lynn Gibbon Andrew H Golkin Ceasar Garcia James Andrew Giberson Dennis James Gomes David Garcia Craig Neil Gibson Enrique Antonio Gomez Juan Garcia Ronnie E Gies Jose Bienvenido Gomez Marlyn Del Carmen Garcia Laura A Giglio Manuel Gomez, Jr Christopher S Gardner Andrew Clive Gilbert Wilder Alfredo Gomez Douglas Benjamin Gardner Timothy Paul Gilbert Jenine Nicole Gonzalez Harvey J Gardner III Paul Stuart Gilbey Mauricio Gonzalez Jeffrey Brian Gardner Paul John Gill Rosa Gonzalez Thomas Gardner Mark Y Gilles Calvin J Gooding William Arthur Gardner Evan Gillette Harry Goody Francesco Garfi Ronald Lawrence Gilligan Kiran Reddy Gopu Rocco Nino Gargano Rodney C Gillis Catherine C Gorayeb James M Gartenberg Laura Gilly Kerene Gordon Matthew David Garvey John F Ginley Sebastian Gorki Bruce Gary Donna Marie Giordano Kieran Joseph Gorman Boyd Alan Gatton Jeffrey John Giordano Thomas Edward Gorman

September 2021 | 63 Michael Edward Gould Jose Guadalupe James A Haran Yuji Goya Cindy Yan Zhu Guan Jeffrey Pike Hardy Jon Richard Grabowski Joel Guevara Gonzalez Timothy John Hargrave Christopher Michael Grady Geoffrey E Guja Daniel Edward Harlin Edwin J Graf III Joseph Gullickson Frances Haros David Martin Graifman Babita Girjamatie Guman Harvey Harrell Gilbert Franco Granados Douglas Brian Gurian Stephen G Harrell Elvira Granitto Janet Ruth Gustafson Melissa Marie Harrington Winston Arthur Grant Philip T Guza Aisha Anne Harris Christopher S Gray Barbara Guzzardo Stewart Dennis Harris James Michael Gray Peter M Gyulavary John Patrick Hart Tara McCloud Gray Gary Robert Haag John Clinton Hartz Linda Catherine Grayling Andrea Lyn Haberman Emeric Harvey John M Grazioso Barbara Mary Habib Thomas Theodore Haskell, Jr Timothy George Grazioso Philip Haentzler Timothy Haskell Derrick Auther Green Nezam A Hafiz Joseph John Hasson III Wade B Green Karen Elizabeth Hagerty Leonard W Hatton Elaine Myra Greenberg Steven Michael Hagis Terence S Hatton Gayle R Greene Mary Lou Hague Michael Haub James Arthur Greenleaf, Jr David Halderman Timothy Aaron Haviland Eileen Marsha Greenstein Maile Rachel Hale Donald G Havlish, Jr Elizabeth Martin Gregg Richard B Hall Anthony Hawkins Denise Gregory Vaswald George Hall Nobuhiro Hayatsu Donald H Gregory Robert J Halligan Philip Hayes Florence Moran Gregory Vincent Gerard Halloran William Ward Haynes Pedro Grehan James Douglas Halvorson Scott Jordan Hazelcorn John Michael Griffin Mohammad Salman Hamdani Michael K Healey Tawanna Sherry Griffin Felicia Hamilton Roberta B Heber Joan Donna Griffith Robert Hamilton Charles Francis Xavier Heeran Warren Grifka Frederic K Han John F Heffernan Ramon Grijalvo Christopher J Hanley H Joseph Heller, Jr Joseph F Grillo Sean S Hanley Joann L Heltibridle David Joseph Grimner Valerie Joan Hanna Mark F Hemschoot Kenneth George Grouzalis Thomas Hannafin Ronnie Lee Henderson Joseph Grzelak Kevin James Hannaford Brian Hennessey Matthew James Grzymalski Michael Lawrence Hannan Michelle Marie Henrique Robert Joseph Gschaar Dana R Hannon Joseph Henry Liming Gu Vassilios G Haramis William Henry

64 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS John Christopher Henwood Elizabeth Holmes Abraham Nethanel Ilowitz Robert Allan Hepburn Thomas Holohan Anthony P Infante, Jr Mary Herencia Bradley Hoorn Louis S Inghilterra, Jr Lindsay C Herkness III James P Hopper Christopher Noble Ingrassia Harvey Robert Hermer Montgomery McCullough Hord Paul Innella Claribel Hernandez Michael Horn Stephanie Veronica Irby Eduardo Hernandez Matthew Douglas Horning Douglas Irgang Nuberto Hernandez Robert L Horohoe, Jr Kristin A Irvine Ryan Raul Hernandez Aaron Horwitz Todd Antione Isaac Gary Herold Charles Houston Erik Isbrandtsen Jeffrey A Hersch Uhuru G Houston Taizo Ishikawa Thomas Hetzel George Howard Aram Iskenderian, Jr Brian Hickey Michael C Howell John F Iskyan Ysidro Hidalgo Steven Leon Howell Kazushige Ito Timothy Higgins Jennifer L Howley Aleksandr Valeryevich Ivantsov Robert D W Higley II Milagros Hromada Virginia May Jablonski Todd Russell Hill Marian R Hrycak Brooke Alexandra Jackman Clara Victorine Hinds Stephen Huczko, Jr Aaron Jeremy Jacobs Neal O Hinds Kris Robert Hughes Ariel Louis Jacobs Mark D Hindy Paul Rexford Hughes Jason Kyle Jacobs Katsuyuki Hirai Robert Thomas Hughes Michael Grady Jacobs Heather Malia Ho Thomas Hughes Steven A Jacobson Tara Yvette Hobbs Timothy Robert Hughes Ricknauth Jaggernauth Thomas Anderson Hobbs Susan Huie Jake Denis Jagoda James J Hobin Lamar Hulse Yudh Vir Singh Jain Robert Wayne Hobson William Christopher Hunt Maria Jakubiak DaJuan Hodges Kathleen Anne Hunt-Casey Ernest James Ronald George Hoerner Joseph Hunter Gricelda E James Patrick A Hoey Robert R Hussa Priscilla James Marcia Hoffman Abid Hussain Mark Steven Jardim Stephen G Hoffman Thomas Edward Hynes Muhammadou Jawara Frederick Joseph Hoffmann Walter G Hynes Francois Jean-Pierre Michele L Hoffmann Joseph Anthony Ianelli Maxima Jean-Pierre Judith Florence Hofmiller Zuhtu Ibis Paul Edward Jeffers Thomas Warren Hohlweck, Jr Jonathan Lee Ielpi Alva Cynthia Jeffries Sanchez Jonathan R Hohmann Michael Iken Joseph Jenkins, Jr John Holland Daniel Ilkanayev Alan Keith Jensen Joseph F Holland Frederick Ill, Jr Prem N Jerath

September 2021 | 65 Farah Jeudy Jennifer Lynn Kane Howard L Kestenbaum Hweidar Jian Vincent D Kane Douglas D Ketcham Eliezer Jimenez, Jr Joon Koo Kang Ruth Ellen Ketler Luis Jimenez, Jr Sheldon Robert Kanter Boris Khalif Fernando Jimenez-Molina Deborah H Kaplan Sarah Khan Charles Gregory John Alvin Peter Kappelmann, Jr Taimour Firaz Khan Nicholas John Charles Karczewski Rajesh Khandelwal LaShawna Johnson William A Karnes Oliva Khemrat Scott Michael Johnson Douglas Gene Karpiloff SeiLai Khoo William R Johnston Charles L Kasper Michael Kiefer Allison Horstmann Jones Andrew K Kates Satoshi Kikuchihara Arthur Joseph Jones John Katsimatides Andrew Jay-Hoon Kim Brian Leander Jones Robert Michael Kaulfers Lawrence D Kim Christopher D Jones Don Jerome Kauth, Jr Mary Jo Kimelman Donald T Jones Hideya Kawauchi Andrew M King Donald W Jones Edward T Keane Lucille Teresa King Linda Jones Richard M Keane Robert King, Jr Mary S Jones Lisa Yvonne Kearney-Griffin Lisa King-Johnson Andrew Jordan Karol Ann Keasler Takashi Kinoshita Robert Thomas Jordan Paul Hanlon Keating Chris Michael Kirby Albert Gunnia Joseph Leo Russell Keene III Howard Barry Kirschbaum Guylene Joseph Joseph John Keller Glenn Davis Kirwin Ingeborg Joseph Peter R Kellerman Helen Crossin Kittle Karl Henry Joseph Joseph P Kellett Richard Joseph Klares Stephen Joseph Frederick H Kelley, Jr Peter Anton Klein Jane Eileen Josiah James Joseph Kelly Alan David Kleinberg Anthony Jovic Joseph A Kelly Karen Joyce Klitzman Angel L Juarbe, Jr Maurice P Kelly Ronald Philip Kloepfer Karen Sue Juday Richard John Kelly, Jr Evgueni Kniazev Mychal F Judge Thomas Michael Kelly Andrew Knox Paul William Jurgens Thomas Richard Kelly Thomas Patrick Knox Thomas Edward Jurgens Thomas W Kelly Rebecca Lee Koborie Kacinga Kabeya Timothy Colin Kelly Deborah A Kobus Shashikiran Lakshmikantha William Hill Kelly, Jr Gary Edward Koecheler Kadaba Robert Clinton Kennedy Frank J Koestner Gavkharoy Kamardinova Thomas J Kennedy Ryan Kohart Shari Kandell John R Keohane Vanessa Kolpak Howard Lee Kane Ronald T Kerwin Irina Kolpakova

66 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Suzanne Kondratenko Rosanne P Lang Hyun Joon Lee Abdoulaye Kone Vanessa Langer Juanita Lee Bon-Seok Koo Mary Louise Langley Kathryn Blair Lee Dorota Kopiczko Peter J Langone Linda C Lee Scott Kopytko Thomas Michael Langone Lorraine Mary Lee Bojan Kostic Michele Bernadette Lanza Myoung Woo Lee Danielle Kousoulis Ruth Sheila Lapin Richard Y Lee John J Kren Carol Ann LaPlante Stuart Soo-Jin Lee William E Krukowski Ingeborg Lariby Yang Der Lee Lyudmila Ksido Robin Blair Larkey Stephen Paul Lefkowitz Shekhar Kumar Christopher Randall Larrabee Adriana Legro Kenneth Kumpel Hamidou S Larry Edward Joseph Lehman Frederick Kuo, Jr Scott Larsen Eric Andrew Lehrfeld Patricia Kuras John Adam Larson David Leistman Nauka Kushitani Gary Edward Lasko David Prudencio Lemagne Thomas Kuveikis Nicholas Craig Lassman Joseph Anthony Lenihan Victor Kwarkye Paul Laszczynski John Joseph Lennon, Jr Kui Fai Kwok Jeffrey G LaTouche John Robinson Lenoir Angela Reed Kyte Charles Laurencin Jorge Luis Leon Andrew La Corte Stephen James Lauria Matthew Gerard Leonard Amarnauth Lachhman Maria LaVache Michael Lepore James Patrick Ladley Denis Francis Lavelle Charles A Lesperance Joseph A LaFalce Jeannine Mary LaVerde Jeff Leveen Jeanette Louise Lafond-Menichino Anna A Laverty John Dennis Levi David Laforge Steven Lawn Alisha Caren Levin Michael Laforte Robert Lawrence Neil David Levin Alan Charles LaFrance Nathaniel Lawson Robert Levine Juan Lafuente Eugen Gabriel Lazar Robert Michael Levine Neil Kwong-Wah Lai James Patrick Leahy Shai Levinhar Vincent Anthony Laieta Joseph Gerard Leavey Adam Jay Lewis William David Lake Neil Joseph Leavy Margaret Susan Lewis Franco Lalama Leon Lebor Ye Wei Liang Chow Kwan Lam Kenneth Charles Ledee Orasri Liangthanasarn Stephen LaMantia Alan J Lederman Daniel F Libretti Amy Hope Lamonsoff Elena F Ledesma Ralph Licciardi Nickola Lampley Alexis Leduc Edward Lichtschein Robert Lane David S Lee Steven Barry Lillianthal Brendan Mark Lang Gary H Lee Carlos R Lillo

September 2021 | 67 Craig Damian Lilore Edward Hobbs Luckett Ronald Magnuson Arnold A Lim Mark Gavin Ludvigsen Daniel L Maher Darya Lin Lee Charles Ludwig Thomas Anthony Mahon Wei Rong Lin Sean Thomas Lugano William J Mahoney Nickie L Lindo Daniel Lugo Joseph Daniel Maio Thomas V Linehan, Jr Marie Lukas Takashi Makimoto Robert Thomas Linnane William Lum, Jr Abdu Ali Malahi Alan P Linton, Jr Michael P Lunden Debora I Maldonado Diane Theresa Lipari Christopher Lunder Myrna T Maldonado-Agosto Kenneth Lira Anthony Luparello Alfred Russell Maler Francisco Alberto Liriano Gary Frederick Lutnick Gregory James Malone Lorraine Lisi William Lutz Edward Francis Maloney III Paul Lisson Linda Anne Luzzicone Joseph Maloney Vincent M Litto Alexander Lygin Gene Edward Maloy Ming-Hao Liu Farrell Peter Lynch Christian Maltby Nancy Liz James Francis Lynch Francisco Miguel Mancini Harold Lizcano Louise A Lynch Joseph Mangano Martin Lizzul Michael Cameron Lynch Sara Elizabeth Manley George A Llanes Michael F Lynch Debra Mannetta Elizabeth C Logler Michael Francis Lynch Marion Victoria Manning Catherine Lisa Loguidice Richard D Lynch, Jr Terence John Manning Jerome Robert Lohez Robert Henry Lynch, Jr James Maounis Michael William Lomax Sean P Lynch Joseph Ross Marchbanks, Jr Laura Maria Longing Sean Patrick Lynch Peter Edward Mardikian Salvatore Lopes Michael J Lyons Edward Joseph Mardovich Daniel Lopez Monica Anne Lyons Charles Joseph Margiotta George Lopez Patrick Lyons Kenneth Joseph Marino Luis Manuel Lopez Robert Francis Mace Lester V Marino Manuel L Lopez Jan Maciejewski Vita Marino Joseph Lostrangio Catherine Fairfax Macrae Kevin Marlo Chet Dek Louie Richard Blaine Madden Jose Marrero Stuart Seid Louis Simon Maddison Noell Maerz John Marshall Joseph Lovero Jennieann Maffeo James Martello Jenny Seu Kueng Low Wong Joseph Maffeo Michael A Marti Michael W Lowe Jay Robert Magazine Peter C Martin Garry W Lozier Brian Magee William J Martin, Jr John Peter Lozowsky Charles Wilson Magee Brian E Martineau Charles Peter Lucania Joseph V Maggitti Betsy Martinez

68 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Edward Martinez Brendan McCabe Stephanie Marie McKenna Jose Angel Martinez, Jr Micheal McCabe Barry J McKeon Robert Gabriel Martinez Thomas McCann Evelyn C McKinnedy Victor Martinez Pastrana Justin McCarthy Darryl Leron McKinney Lizie D Martinez-Calderon Kevin M McCarthy George Patrick McLaughlin, Jr Paul Richard Martini Michael McCarthy Robert C McLaughlin, Jr Joseph A Mascali Robert McCarthy Gavin McMahon Bernard Mascarenhas Stanley McCaskill Robert D McMahon Stephen Frank Masi Katie Marie McCloskey Edmund McNally Nicholas George Massa Joan McConnell-Cullinan Daniel W McNeal Patricia Ann Massari Charles Austin McCrann Walter Arthur McNeil Michael Massaroli Tonyell F McDay Jisley McNish Philip William Mastrandrea, Jr Matthew T McDermott Christine Sheila McNulty Rudolph Mastrocinque Joseph P McDonald Sean Peter McNulty Joseph Mathai Brian Grady McDonnell Robert McPadden Charles Mathers Michael P McDonnell Terence A McShane William A Mathesen John McDowell, Jr Timothy Patrick McSweeney Marcello Matricciano Eamon J McEneaney Martin E McWilliams Margaret Elaine Mattic John Thomas McErlean, Jr Rocco A Medaglia Robert D Mattson Daniel Francis McGinley Abigail Cales Medina Walter Matuza Mark Ryan McGinly Ana Iris Medina Charles A Mauro, Jr William E McGinn Deborah Louise Medwig Charles J Mauro Thomas Henry MCGinnis Damian Meehan Dorothy Mauro Michael Gregory McGinty William J Meehan Nancy T Mauro Ann McGovern Alok Mehta Tyrone May Scott Martin McGovern Raymond Meisenheimer Keithroy Marcellus Maynard William McGovern Manuel Emilio Mejia Robert J Mayo Stacey Sennas McGowan Eskedar Melaku Kathy Nancy Mazza Francis Noel McGuinn Antonio Melendez Edward Mazzella, Jr Patrick McGuire Mary Melendez Jennifer Lynn Mazzotta Thomas M McHale Yelena Melnichenko Kaaria Mbaya Keith McHeffey Stuart Todd Meltzer James Joseph McAlary Ann M McHugh Diarelia Jovanah Mena Brian McAleese Denis J McHugh III Charles Mendez Patricia Ann McAneney Dennis McHugh Lizette Mendoza Colin Robert McArthur Michael E McHugh Shevonne Olicia Mentis John Kevin McAvoy Robert G McIlvaine Steven Mercado Kenneth M McBrayer Donald James McIntyre Westly Mercer

September 2021 | 69 Ralph Joseph Mercurio Paul Thomas Mitchell Blanca Robertina Morocho Alan Harvey Merdinger Richard P Miuccio Leonel Geronimo Morocho George L Merino Frank V Moccia, Sr Dennis Gerard Moroney Yamel Merino Louis Joseph Modafferi Lynne Irene Morris George Merkouris Boyie Mohammed Seth Allan Morris Deborah Merrick Dennis Mojica Stephen Philip Morris Raymond Joseph Metz III Manuel Mojica Christopher Martel Morrison Jill Ann Metzler Kleber Molina Jorge Luis Morron Garcia David Robert Meyer Manuel De Jesus Molina Ferdinand V Morrone Nurul H Miah Carl Molinaro William David Moskal William Edward Micciulli Justin Molisani Marco Motroni Martin Paul Michelstein Brian Monaghan Cynthia Motus-Wilson Peter Teague Milano Franklin Monahan Iouri A Mouchinski Gregory Milanowycz John Monahan Jude Joseph Moussa Lukasz Tomasz Milewski Kristen Montanaro Peter Moutos Sharon Christina Millan Craig Montano Damion O’Neil Mowatt Corey Peter Miller Michael Montesi Christopher Mozzillo Craig James Miller Jeffrey Montgomery Stephen Vincent Mulderry Douglas Charles Miller Peter Montoulieu Richard Muldowney Jr Henry Alfred Miller, Jr Cheryl Ann Monyak Michael D Mullan Joel Miller Thomas Moody Dennis Michael Mulligan Michael Matthew Miller Sharon Moore Peter James Mulligan Philip D Miller Krishna Moorthy Michael Joseph Mullin Robert Alan Miller Abner Morales James Donald Munhall Robert Cromwell Miller, Jr Carlos Manuel Morales Nancy Muniz Benjamin Millman Luis Morales Carlos Munoz Charles Morris Mills Paula E Morales John Moran Frank Munoz Ronald Keith Milstein John Chrisopher Moran Theresa Munson Robert Minara Kathleen Moran Robert M Murach William George Minardi Lindsay Stapleton Morehouse Cesar Augusto Murillo Diakite Minata George Morell Marc A Murolo Louis Joseph Minervino Steven P Morello Brian Joseph Murphy Thomas Mingione Vincent S Morello Charles Anthony Murphy Wilbert Miraille Yvette Nicole Moreno Christopher W Murphy Dominick N Mircovich Dorothy Morgan Edward Charles Murphy Rajesh Arjan Mirpuri Richard Morgan James F Murphy Iv Joseph Mistrulli Nancy Morgenstern James Thomas Murphy Susan J Miszkowicz Sanae Mori Kevin James Murphy

70 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Patrick Sean Murphy Martin S Niederer Kevin O’Rourke Raymond E Murphy Alfonse Joseph Niedermeyer Patrick J O’Shea Robert Eddie Murphy, Jr Frank John Niestadt, Jr Robert William O’Shea John Joseph Murray Gloria Nieves Timothy F O’Sullivan John Joseph Murray, Jr Juan Nieves, Jr James A Oakley Susan D Murray Troy Edward Nilsen Douglas E Oelschlager Valerie Victoria Murray Paul Nimbley Takashi Ogawa Richard Todd Myhre John B Niven Albert Ogletree Robert B Nagel Katherine Marie Noack Philip Paul Ognibene Takuya Nakamura Curtis Terrance Noel Joseph J Ogren Alexander Napier Daniel R Nolan Samuel Oitice Frank Joseph Naples III Robert Noonan Gerald Michael Olcott John Napolitano Daniela R Notaro Christine Anne Olender Catherine Ann Nardella Brian Christopher Novotny Linda Mary Oliva Mario Nardone, Jr Soichi Numata Edward Kraft Oliver Manika K Narula Brian Felix Nunez Leah E Oliver Mehmood Naseem Jose Nunez Eric T Olsen Narender Nath Jeffrey Roger Nussbaum Jeffrey James Olsen Karen Susan Navarro Dennis O’Berg Maureen Lyons Olson Joseph Micheal Navas James P O’Brien, Jr Steven John Olson Francis Joseph Nazario Michael P O’Brien Toshihiro Onda Glenroy I Neblett Scott J O’Brien Seamus L O’Neal Rayman Marcus Neblett Timothy Michael O’Brien John P Oneill Jerome O Nedd Daniel O’Callaghan Frank Oni Laurence Nedell Dennis James O’Connor, Jr Michael C Opperman Luke G Nee Diana J O’Connor Christopher Orgielewicz Pete Negron Keith Kevin O’Connor Margaret Orloske Ann N Nelson Richard J O’Connor Virginia Anne Ormiston David William Nelson Amy O’Doherty Ronald Orsini James Nelson Marni Pont O’Doherty Peter Ortale Michele Ann Nelson James Andrew O’Grady Juan Ortega-Campos Peter Allen Nelson Thomas O’Hagan Alexander Ortiz Oscar Francis Nesbitt Patrick J O’Keefe David Ortiz Gerard Terence Nevins William O’Keefe Emilio Ortiz, Jr Christopher Newton-Carter Gerald O’leary Pablo Ortiz Kapinga Ngalula Matthew Timothy O’Mahony Paul Ortiz, Jr Nancy Yuen Ngo Peter J O’Neill, Jr Sonia Ortiz Jody Nichilo Sean Gordon O’Neill Masaru Ose

September 2021 | 71 Elsy C Osorio Michael Alaine Parkes Anthony Perez James R Ostrowski Robert E Parks, Jr Ivan Perez Jason Douglas Oswald Hashmukhrai C Parmar Nancy E Perez Michael Otten Robert Parro Joseph John Perroncino Isidro D Ottenwalder Diane Marie Parsons Edward J Perrotta Michael Chung Ou Leobardo Lopez Pascual Emelda H Perry Todd Joseph Ouida Michael Pascuma Glenn C Perry Jesus Ovalles Jerrold Paskins John William Perry Peter J Owens, Jr Horace Robert Passananti Franklin Allan Pershep Adianes Oyola Suzanne H Passaro Danny Pesce Angel M Pabon Avnish Ramanbhai Patel Michael John Pescherine Israel Pabon, Jr Dipti Patel Davin Peterson Roland Pacheco Manish Patel William Russell Peterson Michael Benjamin Packer Steven Bennett Paterson Mark Petrocelli Rene Padilla-Chavarria James Matthew Patrick Philip Scott Petti Deepa Pakkala Manuel D Patrocino Glen Kerrin Pettit Jeffrey Matthew Palazzo Bernard E Patterson Dominick Pezzulo Thomas Palazzo Cira Marie Patti Kaleen Elizabeth Pezzuti Richard Palazzolo Robert E Pattison Kevin Pfeifer Orio J Palmer James Robert Paul Tu-Anh Pham Frank Anthony Palombo Patrice Paz Kenneth Phelan Alan N Palumbo Victor Paz-Gutierrez Sneha Ann Philips Christopher Matthew Panatier Stacey Lynn Peak Gerard Phillips Dominique Lisa Pandolfo Richard Allen Pearlman Suzette Eugenia Piantieri Paul J Pansini Durrell V Pearsall Ludwig John Picarro John M Paolillo Thomas Pedicini Matthew M Picerno Edward Joseph Papa Todd Douglas Pelino Joseph Oswald Pick Salvatore T Papasso Michel Adrian Pelletier Christopher Pickford James Nicholas Pappageorge Anthony G Peluso Dennis J Pierce Vinod Kumar Parakat Angel Ramon Pena Bernard Pietronico Vijayashanker Paramsothy Richard Al Penny Nicholas P Pietrunti Nitin Parandkar Salvatore F Pepe Theodoros Pigis Hardai Parbhu Carl Peralta Susan Elizabeth Pinto James Wendell Parham Robert David Peraza Joseph Piskadlo Debra Marie Paris Jon A Perconti Christopher Todd Pitman George Paris Alejo Perez Joshua Piver Gye Hyong Park Angel Perez, Jr Joseph Plumitallo Philip Lacey Parker Angela Susan Perez John Pocher

72 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS William Howard Pohlmann Carol Millicent Rabalais James Brian Reilly Laurence Polatsch Christopher Peter A Racaniello Kevin O Reilly Thomas H Polhemus Leonard J Ragaglia Timothy E Reilly Steve Pollicino Eugene Raggio Joseph Reina, Jr Susan M Pollio Laura Marie Ragonese-Snik Thomas Barnes Reinig Joshua Iousa Poptean Michael Ragusa Frank Bennett Reisman Giovanna Porras Peter Frank Raimondi Joshua Scott Reiss Anthony Portillo Harry A Raines Karen Renda James Edward Potorti Ehtesham Raja John Armand Reo Daphne Pouletsos Valsa Raju Richard Cyril Rescorla Richard N Poulos Edward Rall John Thomas Resta Stephen Emanual Poulos Lukas Rambousek Luis Clodoaldo Revilla Brandon Jerome Powell Maria Ramirez Eduvigis Reyes, Jr Shawn Edward Powell Harry Ramos Bruce Albert Reynolds Antonio Pratt Vishnoo Ramsaroop John Frederick Rhodes Gregory M Preziose Lorenzo E Ramzey Francis Saverio Riccardelli Wanda Ivelisse Prince Alfred Todd Rancke Rudolph N Riccio Vincent Princiotta Adam David Rand Ann Marie Riccoboni Kevin Prior Jonathan C Randall David H Rice Everett Martin Proctor III Srinivasa Shreyas Ranganath Eileen Mary Rice Carrie Beth Progen Anne T Ransom Kenneth Frederick Rice III Sarah Prothero-Redheffer Faina Aronovna Rapoport Vernon Allan Richard David Lee Pruim Robert A Rasmussen Claude Daniel Richards Richard Prunty Amenia Rasool Gregory David Richards John Foster Puckett Roger Mark Rasweiler Michael Richards Robert David Pugliese David Alan Rathkey Venesha Orintia Richards Edward F Pullis William Ralph Raub James C Riches Patricia Ann Puma Gerard P Rauzi Alan Jay Richman Hemanth Kumar Puttur Alexey Razuvaev John M Rigo Edward R Pykon Gregory Reda Theresa Risco Christopher Quackenbush Michele Reed Rose Mary Riso Lars Peter Qualben Judith Ann Reese Moises N Rivas Lincoln Quappe Donald J Regan Joseph Rivelli Beth Ann Quigley Robert M Regan Carmen Alicia Rivera Michael Quilty Thomas Michael Regan Isaias Rivera James Francis Quinn Christian Michael Otto Regenhard Juan William Rivera Ricardo J Quinn Howard Reich Linda Ivelisse Rivera Carlos Quishpe-Cuaman Gregg Reidy David E Rivers

September 2021 | 73 Joseph R Riverso Wendy Alice Rosario Wakeford Jason Elazar Sabbag Paul V Rizza Mark Rosen Thomas E Sabella John Frank Rizzo Brooke David Rosenbaum Scott Saber Stephen Louis Roach Linda Rosenbaum Joseph Francis Sacerdote Joseph Roberto Sheryl Lynn Rosenbaum Neeraha Sadaranghgani Leo Arthur Roberts Lloyd Daniel Rosenberg Mohammad Ali Sadeque Michael Roberts Mark Louis Rosenberg Francis John Sadocha Michael Edward Roberts Andrew Ira Rosenblum Jude Safi Donald Walter Robertson, Jr Joshua M Rosenblum Brock Joel Safronoff Catherina Robinson Joshua Alan Rosenthal Edward Saiya Jeffery Robinson Richard David Rosenthal John Patrick Salamone Michell Lee Jean Robotham Daniel Rosetti Hernando Salas Donald A Robson Norman S Rossinow Juan G Salas Antonio A Rocha Nicholas P Rossomando Esmerlin Antonio Salcedo Raymond James Rocha Michael Craig Rothberg John Salvatore Salerno, Jr Laura Rockefeller Donna Marie Rothenberg Richard L Salinardi, Jr John Rodak Nicholas Rowe Wayne John Saloman Antonio J Rodrigues Timothy Alan Roy, Sr Nolbert Salomon Anthony Rodriguez Paul G Ruback Catherine Patricia Salter Carmen Milagros Rodriguez Ronald J Ruben Frank Salvaterra Gregory Ernesto Rodriguez Joanne Rubino Paul Richard Salvio Marsha A Rodriguez David M Ruddle Samuel Robert Salvo, Jr Mayra Valdes Rodriguez Bart Joseph Ruggiere Rena Sam-Dinnoo Richard Rodriguez Susan A Ruggiero Carlos Alberto Samaniego David Bartolo Rodriguez-Vargas Adam Keith Ruhalter James Kenneth Samuel, Jr Matthew Rogan Gilbert Ruiz Michael San Phillip Karlie Barbara Rogers Obdulio Ruiz Diaz Sylvia San Pio Scott Williams Rohner Stephen P Russell Hugo M Sanay Keith Roma Steven Harris Russin Erick Sanchez Joseph M Romagnolo Michael Thomas Russo, Sr Jacquelyn Patrice Sanchez Efrain Romero, Sr Wayne Alan Russo Eric M Sand Elvin Romero Edward Ryan Stacey Leigh Sanders Juan Romero John Joseph Ryan, Jr Herman S Sandler Orozco James A Romito Jonathan Stephan Ryan James Sands, Jr Sean Paul Rooney Matthew Lancelot Ryan Ayleen J Santiago Eric Thomas Ropiteau Tatiana Ryjova Kirsten Santiago Aida Rosario Christina Sunga Ryook Maria Theresa Santillan Angela Rosario Thierry Saada Susan Gayle Santo

74 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Christopher Santora John Burkhart Schwartz John Anthony Sherry John A Santore Mark Schwartz Atsushi Shiratori Mario L Santoro Adriane Victoria Scibetta Thomas Joseph Shubert Rafael Humberto Santos Raphael Scorca Mark Shulman Rufino Conrado Flores Santos Iii Randolph Scott See Wong Shum Jorge Octavio Santos Anaya Sheila Scott Allan Abraham Shwartzstein Kalyan Sarkar Christopher Jay Scudder Johanna Sigmund Chapelle R Sarker Arthur Warren Scullin Dianne T Signer Paul F Sarle Michael Herman Seaman Gregory Sikorsky Deepika Kumar Sattaluri Margaret M Seeliger Stephen Gerard Siller Gregory Thomas Saucedo Anthony Segarra David Silver Susan M Sauer Carlos Segarra Craig A Silverstein Anthony Savas Jason Sekzer Nasima Hameed Simjee Vladimir Savinkin Matthew Carmen Sellitto Bruce Edward Simmons Jackie Sayegh Howard Selwyn Arthur Simon John Michael Sbarbaro Larry John Senko Kenneth Alan Simon Robert L Scandole, Jr Arturo Angelo Sereno Michael J Simon Michelle Scarpitta Frankie Serrano Paul Joseph Simon Dennis Scauso Alena Sesinova Marianne Teresa Simone John Albert Schardt Adele Christine Sessa Barry Simowitz John G Scharf Sita Nermalla Sewnarine Jeff Lyal Simpson Frederick Claude Scheffold, Jr Karen Lynn Seymour Khamladai Singh Angela Susan Scheinberg Davis Sezna Kulwant Singh Scott Mitchell Schertzer Thomas Joseph Sgroi Roshan Ramesh Singh Sean Schielke Jayesh S Shah Thomas E Sinton III Steven Francis Schlag Khalid M Shahid Peter A Siracuse Jon Schlissel Mohammed Shajahan Muriel Fay Siskopoulos Karen Helene Schmidt Gary Shamay Joseph Michael Sisolak Ian Schneider Earl Richard Shanahan John P Skala Thomas G Schoales Neil Shastri Francis Joseph Skidmore, Jr Frank G Schott, Jr Kathryn Anne Shatzoff Toyena Skinner Gerard Patrick Schrang Barbara A Shaw Paul A Skrzypek Jeffrey H Schreier Jeffrey James Shaw Christopher Paul Slattery John T Schroeder Robert John Shay, Jr Vincent Robert Slavin Susan Lee Schuler Daniel James Shea Robert F Sliwak Edward William Schunk Joseph Patrick Shea Paul K Sloan Mark E Schurmeier Linda Sheehan Stanley S Smagala, Jr Clarin Shellie Schwartz Hagay Shefi Wendy L Small

September 2021 | 75 Catherine Smith Fitzroy St Rose Yoichi Sugiyama Daniel Laurence Smith Michael F Stabile William Christopher Sugra George Eric Smith Lawrence T Stack Daniel Suhr James Gregory Smith Timothy M Stackpole David Marc Sullins Jeffrey R Smith Richard James Stadelberger Christopher P Sullivan Joyce Patricia Smith Eric Stahlman Patrick Sullivan Karl T Smith Gregory Stajk Thomas Sullivan Keisha Smith Alexandru Liviu Stan Hilario Soriano Sumaya, Jr Kevin Joseph Smith Corina Stan James Joseph Suozzo Leon Smith, Jr Mary Domenica Stanley Colleen Supinski Moira Ann Smith Anthony Starita Robert Sutcliffe Rosemary A Smith Jeffrey Stark Seline Sutter Bonnie Jeanne Smithwick Derek James Statkevicus Claudia Suzette Sutton Rochelle Monique Snell Craig William Staub John Francis Swaine Leonard J Snyder, Jr William V Steckman Kristine M Swearson Astrid Elizabeth Sohan Eric Thomas Steen Brian Edward Sweeney Sushil S Solanki William R Steiner Kenneth J Swenson Ruben Solares Alexander Steinman Thomas Swift Naomi Leah Solomon Andrew Stergiopoulos Derek Ogilvie Sword Daniel W Andrew Stern Kevin Thomas Szocik Michael Charles Sorresse Martha Stevens Gina Sztejnberg Fabian Soto Michael James Stewart Norbert P Szurkowski Timothy Patrick Soulas Richard H Stewart, Jr Harry Taback Gregory Spagnoletti Sanford M Stoller Joann Tabeek Donald F Spampinato, Jr Lonny Jay Stone Norma C Taddei Thomas Sparacio Jimmy Nevill Storey Michael Taddonio John Anthony Spataro Timothy Stout Keiichiro Takahashi Robert W Spear, Jr Thomas Strada Keiji Takahashi Maynard S Spence, Jr James J Straine, Jr Phyllis Gail Talbot George Edward Spencer III Edward W Straub Robert Talhami Robert Andrew Spencer George J Strauch, Jr Sean Patrick Tallon Mary Rubina Sperando Edward T Strauss Paul Talty Tina Spicer Steven R Strauss Maurita Tam Frank Spinelli Steven F Strobert Rachel Tamares William E Spitz Walwyn W Stuart, Jr Hector Tamayo Joseph Spor, Jr Benjamin Suarez Michael Andrew Tamuccio Klaus Johannes Sprockamp David Scott Suarez Kenichiro Tanaka Saranya Srinuan Ramon Suarez Rhondelle Cheri Tankard

76 | Aero Crew News BACK TO CONTENTS Michael Anthony Tanner Scott Charles Timmes Michael A Uliano Dennis Gerard Taormina, Jr Michael E Tinley Jonathan J Uman Kenneth Joseph Tarantino Jennifer M Tino Anil Shivhari Umarkar Allan Tarasiewicz Robert Frank Tipaldi Allen V Upton Ronald Tartaro John James Tipping II Diane Marie Urban Darryl Anthony Taylor David Tirado John Damien Vaccacio Donnie Brooks Taylor Hector Luis Tirado, Jr Bradley Hodges Vadas Lorisa Ceylon Taylor Michelle Lee Titolo Renuta Vaidea Michael Morgan Taylor John J Tobin William Valcarcel Paul A Tegtmeier Richard Todisco Felix Antonio Vale Yeshauant Tembe Vladimir Tomasevic Ivan Vale Anthony Tempesta Stephen Kevin Tompsett Benito Valentin Dorothy Pearl Temple Thomas Tong Santos Valentin, Jr Stanley Temple Doris Torres Carlton Francis Valvo II David Tengelin Luis Eduardo Torres Erica H Van Acker Brian John Terrenzi Amy Elizabeth Toyen Kenneth W Van Auken Lisa M Terry Christopher Michael Traina Richard B Van Hine Shell Tester Daniel Patrick Trant Daniel M Van Laere Goumatie T Thackurdeen Abdoul Karim Traore Edward Raymond Vanacore Sumati Thakur Glenn J Travers Jon C Vandevander Harshad Sham Thatte Walter Philip Travers Barrett Vanvelzer, 4 Thomas F Theurkauf, Jr Felicia Y Traylor-Bass Edward Vanvelzer Lesley Anne Thomas Lisa L Trerotola Paul Herman Vanvelzer Brian Thomas Thompson Karamo Trerra Frederick Thomas Varacchi Clive Thompson Michael Angel Trinidad Gopalakrishnan Varadhan Glenn Thompson Francis Joseph Trombino David Vargas Nigel Bruce Thompson Gregory James Trost Scott C Vasel Perry A Thompson William P Tselepis Azael Ismael Vasquez Vanavah Alexei Thompson Zhanetta Valentinovna Tsoy Arcangel Vazquez William H Thompson Michael Tucker Santos Vazquez Eric Raymond Thorpe Lance Richard Tumulty Peter Anthony Vega Nichola Angela Thorpe Ching Ping Tung Sankara S Velamuri Sal Edward Tieri, Jr Simon James Turner Jorge Velazquez John p Tierney Donald Joseph Tuzio Lawrence G Veling Mary Ellen Tiesi Robert T Twomey Anthony Mark Ventura William R Tieste Jennifer Tzemis David Vera Kenneth Francis Tietjen John G Ueltzhoeffer Loretta Ann Vero Stephen Edward Tighe Tyler V Ugolyn Christopher James Vialonga

September 2021 | 77 Matthew Gilbert Vianna Stephen Gordon Ward Leanne Marie Whiteside Robert Anthony Vicario James Arthur Waring Mark P Whitford Celeste Torres Victoria Brian G Warner Michael T Wholey Joanna Vidal Derrick Washington Mary Catherine Wieman John T Vigiano II Charles Waters Jeffrey David Wiener Joseph Vincent Vigiano James Thomas Waters, Jr Wilham J Wik Frank J Vignola, Jr Patrick J Waters Alison Marie Wildman Joseph Barry Vilardo Kenneth Thomas Watson Glenn E Wilkenson Sergio Villanueva Michael Henry Waye John C Willett Chantal Vincelli Todd Christopher Weaver Brian Patrick Williams Melissa Vincent Walter Edward Weaver Crossley Richard Williams, Jr Francine Ann Virgilio Nathaniel Webb David J Williams Lawrence Virgilio Dinah Webster Deborah Lynn Williams Joseph Gerard Visciano Joanne Flora Weil Kevin Michael Williams Joshua S Vitale Michael T Weinberg Louie Anthony Williams Maria Percoco Vola Steven Weinberg Louis Calvin Williams III Lynette D Vosges Scott Jeffrey Weingard John P Williamson Garo H Voskerijian Steven George Weinstein Donna Ann Wilson Alfred Vukosa Simon Weiser William Wilson Gregory Kamal Bruno Wachtler David M Weiss David Harold Winton Gabriela Waisman David Thomas Weiss Glenn J Winuk Courtney Wainsworth Walcott Vincent Michael Wells Thomas Francis Wise Victor Wald Timothy Matthew Welty Alan L Wisniewski Benjamin James Walker Christian Hans Rudolf Wemmers Frank Thomas Wisniewski Glen Wall Ssu-Hui Wen David Wiswall Mitchel Scott Wallace Oleh D Wengerchuk Sigrid Wiswe Peter Guyder Wallace Peter M West Michael Wittenstein Robert Francis Wallace Whitfield West, Jr Christopher W Wodenshek Roy Michael Wallace Meredith Lynn Whalen Martin P Wohlforth Jeanmarie Wallendorf Eugene Whelan Katherine Susan Wolf Matthew Blake Wallens Adam S White Jennifer Yen Wong John Wallice, Jr Edward James White III Siu Cheung Wong Barbara P Walsh James Patrick White Yin Ping Wong James Henry Walsh John Sylvester White Yuk Ping Wong Jeffrey P Walz Kenneth Wilburn White, Jr Brent James Woodall Ching Wang Leonard Anthony White James John Woods Weibin Wang Malissa Y White Patrick J Woods Michael Warchola Wayne White Richard Herron Woodwell

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