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  • Lt Col Tom McCarthy USAF
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    Wall of Honor Level:
    Air and Space Friend

    Honored by:

    United States Air Force (1951-1973). Combat-read pilot in F-89, F-94, F-100, F-102, and F-106 aircraft. Flight Safety Officer; Editor of USAFE “Airscoop” and 7th Air Force “Combat Safety”. 5,000 hours total, 3,500 fighter, 350 hours combat flying time. National Transportation Safety Board (1973-1985). Acted as investigator-in-Charge of over 150 national and international aircraft accidents. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (1985-1995). Deputy Director of Aircraft management Office responsible for all aspects of NASA aircraft operations. National Air and Space Museum (1999 to present) UHC Docent.

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