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  • Thomas P. Taquino
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    Wall of Honor Level:
    Air and Space Friend

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    Date of Birth:
    November 09, 1929
    Place of Birth:
    New Orleans, LA

    Education:
    Louisiana State University – 1953
    Bachelor of Science Degree:
    Mechanical Engineering – with option in aeronautics

    Membership in Professional Organizations:
    1. Registered Professional Engineer – State of Louisiana
    2. Institute of Aeronautical Science, New York, NY
    3. Aerial Refueling System Advisory Group (ARSAG) – International Interoperability, Wright Paterson AFB, OH.

    Employment History:
    1. Boeing Aircraft Co., Seattle, WA (1953-1957)
    Fuel system design engineer.
    2. Schulz Tool & Mfgr. Co., San Gabrial, CA (1954-1971)
    Fuel component design engineer.
    3. XAR Industries, Inc., City of Industry, CA (1971-1997)
    Owner/Director – XAR designed and manufactured aircraft fuel system somponents, and specialized in inflight refueling equipment.

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