After serving two consecutive two-year terms as President of EAA Warbirds Of America, Connie Bowlin, has decided to “pass the torch” and stepped down from the post. A highly experienced warbird pilot, Bowlin has served with distinction, and now welcomes Jim “Zack” Olzacki, a well known T-34 pilot, to succeed her in the presidency ( Read the article HERE). Connie Bowlin made the following announcement about her decision noting:
“Hello everyone. I hope you are enjoying the Warbird eblast. Today is my last day to serve as the President Of Warbirds, so I’d like to take just a few moments of your time to say it has been a pleasure to work with you and for you. Our organization is strong and I’m confident it will continue under new leadership to serve you and preserve our heritage and our freedoms to fly these historic aircraft.
When I viewed the highlights featured in the above link It is clear that I have been very fortunate to fly so many great airplanes. Even more; the wonderful friends and the memories that each one of those clips brings to mind are priceless.
It has been especially rewarding for me to hear from members and know that I have, in a small way touched their lives. A few examples are veterans who appreciated the recognition and the opportunity to share their history; aircraft owners who share my commitment saying thank you; volunteers who knew, that I worked for them and did not hesitate to share their concerns or questions. And to the Warbird Board members and staff who were and are great to work with. Thanks all!”
-Connie
Click the image below to watch Connie Bowlin highlights
Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.
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