I'm a U. S. Marine, currently retired from active duty. I flew 410 combat missions in A-4 Skyhawks in 1968-1969, then graduated from US Naval Test Pilot School and served three tours as a test pilot. I currently work in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, performing oversight of various service major weapon system development and acquisition programs.

I've worked in the Pentagon for over 20 years. I was there on the morning of September 11; I'll never forgive the bastards that crashed the stolen airliner into my building.

I enjoy flying, shooting at Quantico, and building things. My wife and I are looking forward to retiring to our waterfront property in the Northern Neck of Virginia.