About me
I'm an aviation writer children's author and public relations consultant living in Miamisburg near Dayton, Ohio. This website is where you can find more information about my books, including supplemental resources for teachers and students. I'll also post some information about myself and my interests, especially aviation heritage, general aviation and aerospace technology in the Dayton region.
I’m also editor and publisher of AviationDayton.com™ – an information service focused on aviation heritage, general aviation, aerospace industry and government activities in the Dayton region of Ohio.
The dry details
Current positions
•Trustee, United States Air and Trade Show
•Trustee, Wright “B” Flyer Inc.
•Trustee, National Aviation Heritage Alliance
Professional experience
•April 2009-present: Editor and publisher, AviationDayton.com
•1985-2006: Aviation writer, Dayton Daily News, Ohio (retired December 2006)
•1979-1985: Feature writer, Dayton Daily News
•1978-1979: Writer/associate editor, Kettering-Oakwood Times, Ohio
•1974-1978: Reporter, Piqua Daily Call, Ohio
Education
B.A. journalism, The Ohio State University, Columbus, 1974
Most recent book
Storm Scientist: Careers Chasing Severe Weather, Enslow
Hobbies
Flying, backpacking, photography