Beth Barberree is a new kid to the Beechcraft family, joining the American
Bonanza Society (ABS) in July as its new Executive Director.

Ms. Barberree brings nearly 30 years of Board, business, and senior association
management experience to the role, along with a master’s degree in organizational leadership. With a proven track record making dramatic impact with nonprofits looking to reach the next level of fulfilling their missions, Beth is excited to help the ABS find balance between honoring its history and committing to a productive and sustainable future.

Beth recalls fondly flying with her father in small airplanes as a girl. Now residing
in Wichita, Kansas, her husband and she are enjoying the much milder temperatures there than in their native Canada.

In 1978 Mr. Braly joined Beech Aircraft as Plant Manager, producing single and twin-engine piston-powered aircraft. He held positions of increasing responsibility at Beech, including VP of Production, Manufacturing, Sr. VP of Operations, and President in 1990. Mr. Braly currently serves on the Museum’s Board of Trustees and holds an MS in Physics from Colorado State University. Mr. Braly is an active, multiengine & instrumented-rated pilot with over 4,300+ hours as a pilot in command.

Captain Julie E. Clark is a celebrated aviation trailblazer who has made a significant impact on the industry as both a commercial airline pilot and an airshow performer. Starting her flying career in the late 1960s, Clark was among the first female airline pilots in the United States, a
time when the profession as overwhelmingly male­ dominated.

After beginning her flying journey in her teens, Clark’s passion for aviation propelled her through the ranks, and she eventually became a retired airline captain, after having become one of the first women to fly for a major airline and overcoming the gender barriers of her time. Her commercial flying career spanned over four decades. during which she became known for her professionalism, skill, and dedication to safety.

Parallel to her airline career, Julie Clark has an impressive tenure of over 40 years in the airshow circuit. She is renowned for her aerobatic performances, particularly flying her beloved T-34 Mentor, which she
restored and maintains. Clark’s airshow displays have thrilled audiences across the country with precision flying, often choreographed to patriotic music, showcasing her deep love for aviation
and her country. She has amassed over 34,000 hours of flight time, with over 11,000 hours and 9 engines in her T-34.
Clark’s contributions to aviation have been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including 3 Aviation Halls of Fame and the Sword of Excellence Awards, reflecting her status as a role model and pioneer for women in aviation. Her legacy is one of breaking barriers, inspiring
the next generation of pilots, and leaving an indelible mark on the world of flight.

Gayle Gorman Green is a second generation aviatrix who currently holds a commercial pilot’s license; with fixed wing, helicopter, glider, instrument, seaplane, and tailwheel endorsement.

Gayle was just awarded the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award by the FAA. She is the retired President of Manairco, Inc., who manufactures airport & heliport lighting.

Gayle is an active member of all of the Ohio Ninety Nines: International Organization of Women Pilots; the Mansfield Aviation Club; the International Association of Women Helicopter Pilots (Whirly Girl #293) and a volunteer pilot for PALS (Patient Airlift Services) and for Young Eagles (flown over 400 children).

Billy was fascinated with the night sky and the early days of the space program while growing up in rural southern middle TN.   Most clear nights would find him outside with a book about constellations and daydreaming of getting off the farm. 

After college graduation, he spent over 20 years in astronomy research at NASA. He was part of the test team of the Chandra x-ray satellite telescope that is still flying and doing research today.   

He returned to TN care for a parent in 2000 and taught science teachers and
during this tenure earned many awards. A special one was being selected by
science teachers across the state as Science Teacher of the Year in TN in
2012.  

He retired in 2015 and started his educational outreach program. He
purchased a portable planetarium, and he started to visit schools conducting
planetarium programs. In March of last year, he had his 75,000 th student
inside his planetarium.   

In 2019, he took a break and was selected as the Science Ambassador to
Chile where he spent time at the world’s largest telescopes. Last January, he
was selected as one of six astronomers to study at the Vatican Observatory
under the direction of multiple Nobel prize winners. In 2023, he was selected
for the Los Cumbras award by the Astronomical Society of the Pacific. This
award is given every five years to the person who they recognized as
conducting the leading outreach program in the nation. Billy is a lifelong
student and has an undergrad degree from Tenn Tech and a number of
graduate degrees from different institutions.

Emily Hyde received her bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising, with a minor in
business administration, from Texas State University. She spent 16 years in the fashion industry before finding her true calling in general aviation. She is currently the Manager of Stetson Aviation, Inc., a company that has been owned and operated by her family for over 40 years.  Although she grew up in aviation – she literally learned to drive by driving up and down the runway in her dads Buick – she only began her full-time career in aviation in 2017. She earned her private pilot’s license in 2014, her instrument rating
in 2022 and is looking forward to adding her commercial rating. She enjoys flying as
much as she can, whether it’s taking her nieces up in the Cessna 182, flying with her
father in his turboprop Bonanza or working on maintaining tailwheel proficiency in the
family’s Just Aircraft SuperSTOL. Outside of flying, Emily enjoys spending time with
friends and family and serving as Chairman of the Missions Committee at her church.
She recently accepted the position as Chairperson of the newly formed Task Force Future 49 Committee at the Beechcraft Heritage Museum, and is looking forward to working with the aviation community to ensure the future success of the Museum.

Dan Landis is The General Manager and Vice President of Sensenich Propeller Service, Inc. in Gainesville, GA. His goal is to have a quality product and stellar customer service.

Dan has over 30 years of aviation experience which started in the Navy as an Airman stationed at NAS Oceana in Virginia Beach, VA and onboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Forrestal (CVA-59).
Following his service in the military, Dan attended The Upper Bucks Aviation Technical School in Quakertown, PA and received his certification as an A & P Mechanic. He was hired by US Airways in Salisbury, MD where he worked from 1994-1996 as a mechanic. In 1996, he was
hired by Sensenich Propeller in Lititz, PA. Subsequently, he moved to Georgia where he currently is the General Manger of that facility and The Vice President of the company.

Dan currently holds his certificate as an A & P Mechanic and a Repairman. He attends training courses given by Hartzell Propeller, McCauley Propeller, and MT Propeller, and is a member of
the NAAA.

Dan likes to spend time with his family, attend airshows, and is an avid golfer.

Mark Lee is CEO and owner at Forge Flightworks, an avionics services company located in greater Nashville, TN, that he acquired in late 2014. In his role as CEO, Mark is responsible for the overall operation of the company. Mark’s career spans telecom, software and aviation. He worked in planning, strategy and product marketing for Nortel Networks. He worked in product management and product planning at Microsoft for several years. Since 2007, Mark has worked in a variety of leadership roles in aviation. First at Diamond Aircraft as a Director of Marketing and Sales, then Aspen Avionics as VP of Business Development, and then at HondaAircraft, where he led marketing for the HondaJet. Mark earned his MBA with Marketing emphasis from Vanderbilt University, and his BA in Broadcasting from Western Kentucky University. Born and raised in Kentucky, Mark and his wife, Debbie, now reside in the greater Nashville, TN area.

ABOUT FORGE FLIGHTWORKS
Forge Flightworks, formerly known as Carpenter Avionics, the largest avionics service center in the MidSouth, is a national award-winning, FAA Authorized Repair Station that’s a one-stop-shop service center providing sales, installation, maintenance and repair of avionics, aircraft interiors, airframe and engine systems for business jets, turboprops, piston engine airplanes and helicopters of all ages. Forge offers a complete product line-up authorized by every major brand. Forge is exceptionally capable, and has an unwavering, high-integrity commitment to customer satisfaction.

Carl Marciniak is our Museum Steward since 2012. When he moved from Maine to Tullahoma he sighted the Staggewings flying over during Beech Party 2011. He visited the Museum and noted a T34 sitting on a pallet in the Cianchette hangar and offered to help put it together. One might ask how he had the knowledge to volunteer for such a task. Carl is a United States Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer, Retired after 24 years of service. His military career ambitions went to Navy aviation in boot camp. He served in many areas of aviation from electronics, fixed wing patrol, and an in-flight technician in P-3A, B & C’s with over 5,000 hours.

When asked what Carl likes most about being a Museum Steward who provides engaging and informative tours, he comments, “it’s the smiles on peoples faces.”

Carl is a graduate of the University of NY-Albany in the sciences field.

Steve May is the Vice President and General Manager for Conecuh Ridge Distillery. He is an experienced professional with a strong background in business operations and brand marketing. He joined Conecuh Ridge Distillery as VP & GM in June 2023. Previously, Steve held senior roles at Jack Daniel Distillery, including Director of Brand Home Marketing Operations, where he significantly increased attendance and retail sales. He also has extensive experience in logistics, supply chain, and materials management from his time at Boeing Space Systems, ADTRAN and General Electric Appliance’s. Steve holds a Master’s degree in Management of
Information Systems from Florida Institute of Technology and a Bachelor’s degree in
Management and Marketing from Jacksonville State University.

Mr. Narayanan currently owns (2) Beechcraft Starships and is a consultant to NASA, DARPA, and the USAF in matters related to aircraft sustainment, composite aircraft construction, and flight hardware certification for space mission platforms, as well as other Defense Department military programs. Raj holds an Airline Transport Pilot rating and a BS from the University of Southern California and a Master of Science from the University of Miami in Aviation Safety Engineering and Quality/Business.

Edward H. Phillips is a freelance writer, active CFI, and A&P with more than 45+ years of experience in the commercial aviation industry, including 20 years as a Business Flying Editor for Aviation Week & Space Technology Magazine. Since 1978 he has researched, written, and published nine books about the men, women, airplanes, and companies that made Wichita, Kansas, the undisputed “Air Capital of the World,” and contributed over 1,000 articles to various aviation technical and history magazines. Ed is an avid enthusiast of America’s early decades of aeronautics spanning 1903-1950. He is a Vietnam Veteran and lives In Montgomery, AL.

Taigh Ramey is the owner of Vintage Aircraft, which specializes in restoration, maintenance, flight training, technical material, and parts for the Beech 18 and warbird community. Vintage Aircraft has been in the Twin Beech business for over 30 years, and we love to help with anything we can. With over 4000 hours flying many different models of the Beech 18, and an A&P with IA privileges, It is my pleasure to help to promote the fantastic attributes of the Twin Beech both from a flying and maintenance perspective

Sherry has been the Resident Director of the Museum since the summer of 2015. She is a retired school teacher who manages all the membership, finances, and Gift Shop. She has been instrumental in the growth and success of the museum, and her passion for our history and membership is infectious.

I am currently retired after 38 years as pilot for United Airlines. I have been a member of EAA since 1963 and a member of Warbirds of America and Vintage since 1984. My wife, Randi and I live on an airpark outside of Chicago, in Downers Grove, Illinois.

I was fortunate enough to grow up in an aviation-oriented family in the Chicago suburbs. My father was an airline pilot and a Beechcraft Dealer/FBO in Joliet, Illinois. I spent a great deal of time in those early years at the airport growing up. My first solo was at the age of fourteen in gliders, and airplanes at sixteen. I was fortunate to fly many Beechcraft’s from the Musketeer’s to Beech 18’s. Advanced ratings were added as age and experience allowed.

Summer breaks from college brought on the first flying position. I flight-instructed and managed a glider school in Plainfield, Illinois. Flying for an airfreight operator in light twins, I continued my education of flight. Eventually I became the Assistant Chief Pilot and Check Airman in Citations and Lear Jets for that company.

The late seventies brought pilot hiring back to the major airlines. I checked out as a Captain in 1989 flying the Boeing 737, Airbus A-320, Boeing 757/767, Boeing 747/400, and the Boeing 777.

Although pursuit of family and career goals have kept me busy, I have also stayed active in General Aviation. I currently enjoy owning a vintage Piper Pacer, and a 1958 J-35 Bonanza. I just recently sold my T6 after 30 years. I have been an active formation qualified pilot flying wingman, lead, instructor and FAST Check Pilot. I enjoyed being President of Warbirds of America from 2006 until fall 2012 and I still am a Director Emeritus of Warbirds of America Board.

Recently, I started to fly the Beech 18 more often and added a Douglas DC3 type rating. I hope to fly at the 80th Anniversary of D-Day in Europe June of 2025. Very fortunate to keep the Aviation passion continuing with new adventures.

Thomas has specialized in Bonanza/Baron instruction for over 30 years. For the last 16, he has served as executive director of the American Bonanza Society’s Air Safety Foundation. In 2015 Tom was inducted into the National Flight Instructor Hall of Fame.

Victoria Yeager is the widow of the great aviator General Chuck Yeager. Victoria has
written the book Chuck Yeager: What A Ride! She chronicles personal stories of their life together from her private diaries revealing the truth about living with a great American hero, a hero’s hero. Victoria shares their amazing adventures together all over the world and their relationship full of humor, fun, generosity, kindness, respect, integrity, loyalty, honesty and one of great love.