From watching the "Sky King" series as a child, I've been fascinated with flight. __
From my first flight in a small Cessna with a friend, I've wanted to become a pilot. Finally, in August of 1998 my dream came true and I achieved my wings as a private pilot. In America we are truly blessed with our freedom, giving every citizen who desires to fly the opportunity to do so. I am thrilled each time I visit our National Air and Space Museum, and all the air museums that help keep alive our country's rich
aviation history. I am happy to be able to help support the efforts of the Air and____
Space Museum in restoring and protecting the historical aircraft that have helped make this nation great, and to allow people to experience the history of aviation. May this new Center provide a long lasting source of wonderment for all who love aviation, and may our freedom to fly be retained forever in America!