CalPilots Board of Directors

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President Ed Rosiak

Sr Vice President Doug Rice

Secretary Robin McCall

Treasurer Walt Wells

General Counsel Jay White

Vice President Region 1 Ed Rosiak (Acting)		Director Rene deLathauwer
Vice President Region 2 Jim MacKnight		Director Charlene Fulton
Vice President Region 3 Carol Ford		Director Elliot Sanders
Vice President Region 4 Jack Kenton		Director Peter Albiez
Vice President Region 5 Ron Cozad		Director Bill Sanders

Administration Lynnette Downey

Webmaster / Director of Communications Larry Chapman

Director Andy Wilson

Ed Rosiak, President. I learned to fly on my own in Wisconsin in the early 70’s. Each lesson took 25% of my paycheck, so it took me a long time. I followed my Private with an Instrument Rating a year later, becoming an AOPA member even before I received my license. I moved to California in 1974 and enjoyed a career as a high level manager specializing in telecommunications with multiple high tech giants. I joined the EAA in the early 90’s and built my own aircraft which took flight in 2001. It was obvious that airports were disappearing and I became a CALPILOTS member in the mid 90’s, becoming active in 2002 taking over newsletter duties in 2003. In 2006 I was elected president of CALPILOTS and have been serving since. I am a dues paying member of AOPA, EAA, CALPILOTS and others. I fly a 2001 Lancair Super ES and am based at Frazier Lake (1C9).

Doug Rice, Senior Vice President. I began flying in 1971 out of San Jose International (SJC). Since then, I have accumulated over 23,000 hours of flying time in aircraft as varied as the 182 and the 767 and currently fly the A320 as a Captain. My background includes experience as an Airport Commissioner, Safety and Security Coordinator, and designated Airspace Expert. I currently work as the Security Coordinator for a Part 135 Certificate, have numerous projects in progress with both my airline and union, and recently began serving on the advisory board for the Aviation Department at Westminster College.

Robin McCall, Secretary. I am an active flight instructor in the Los Angeles area, a Lead Representative with the FAA's FAASTeam, and an active member of The Southern California Airspace Users Working Group. I began my flying career during college as a flight instructor and later became a charter pilot. After college, I flew for Delta Airlines for more than 25 years, and have recently returned to the general aviation community, where I am enjoying sharing my aviation experiences with fellow aviators.

Walt Wells, Treasurer. I flew in the Air Force for six years starting in 1963, flying the T-37, T-33, C-124 and C-141. I received training in the F-100 to become a fighter-qualified‚ Forward Air Controller in Vietnam flying the O-1 and the O-2. I left the Air Force to work for Arthur Andersen and Co. as an auditor and received my Certified Public Accountant certificate. I returned to flying in 1975 and became a flight instructor at Orange County and then a charter pilot in Denver, Chicago and San Carlos. I was hired by Pacific Southwest Airlines (PSA) in 1986 and flew the MD-80 and Boeing 737, 757 and 767 out of San Francisco, Los Angeles, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, retiring in 2001. I flew a business jet (Astra) for the next seven years. My wife, Linda, and I moved up the coast to The Sea Ranch, where we have a home overlooking the Pacific Ocean. I have been CalPilots Treasurer since 1990.

Jay White, General Counsel. I was first introduced to aviation as an aircraft mechanic in the service. I learned to fly after returning to civilian life, and obtained private pilot, commercial, instrument and multi-engine certification under the GI Bill. My first flying job was with a small contracting carrier flying as co-pilot on DC-4s for the military. After a year I was hired by United Airlines as a DC-3 co-pilot. During the next 33 years I flew 9 different types of aircraft. Upon reaching the mandatory age of 60 I retired as a B-747 captain. While flying for United I obtained a law degree and was admitted to the California Bar. I served several years as president of California Pilots Association.

Jim MacKnight, VP Region 2. I've been in love with flying all of my life. Started flying in 1979, getting my private in January 1980 and instrument rating in 1981.I was one of the founding members of South County Airport Pilots Association (SCAPA), a chapter of CALPILOTS. I previously served on the SCAPA Board of Directors since 2002, past president for 3-1/2 years and presently serving on the Board of Directors. I have over 2,500 hours flying single engine aircraft. Presently own both a 1977 Bonanza V35B and a 2000 Lancair 320. I actively participate with the California BeechBoys, a group of pilots dedicated to the formation arts, flying Missing Man formations and formation tributes around Northern California.

Carol Ford, VP Region 3. Since I had my first ride in a small plane when I was 12 years old, I have been hooked on flying. So years later, I took lessons at Phoenix Field in Fair Oaks, California and earned my Private Pilot Certificate. Phoenix Field is now a housing development. Later I move to Fremont and flew out of the small Airport along the bay which is now closed. When I moved to Redwood Shores, under the pattern of San Carlos Airport, I was determined that would not happen to other airports, if I could help it. I was awarded Airport Defender of the Year by the CalPilots in 1997. Now I am VP of Region 3; a Director of the CalPilots/ACA PAC; (AOPA) representative for San Carlos Airport; President of the San Carlos Airport Pilots Association; Past Chapter Chairperson, International Organization of Licensed Women Pilots. I also founded Ford Aviation Consultants dedicated to ensuring airports receive funding they deserve.

Jack Kenton, VP Region 4. I was former Naval Aviator (big airplanes), then a bit as a PanAm flight engineer (B707) and ending up as a FAA Aviation Safety Inspector (Ops) -- looking over the shoulder of airline pilots and their airline operations. I changed to Army Aviator (Reservist) flying UH-1 machines back in the late 70’s. With a father-built Thorp T-18, I got involved with the EAA and did a bit as president and newsletter guy. I am now representing my home airport (Compton) and am co-chairman of our SoCal Airspace Users Working Group (L.A. airspace issues).

Ron Cozad, VP Region 5. I describe myself as a recovering 20+-year litigator now pursuing my passion for all things aviation. In 2002, I left my 7-lawyer insurance and malpractice law firm in Orange County, moved to North San Diego, and set up a new law firm on McClellan-Palomar Airport in Carlsbad. I am the firm's sole attorney, secretary, filing clerk and custodian. I co-founded the Palomar Airport Association - my first task as an "airport lawyer" was to begin private pilot training (still in progress). My flight training has been on hold while I devote time to my new career. But I am in no hurry. "It's all good - general aviation is a journey - not a destination."

Rene deLathauwer, Director-at--Large. Married for forty nine years to my wife, Sandra. I retired in 1995 after 34 yrs in education, teaching in the elementary, secondary and junior college levels. Since relocating to Oceanside in 1996, I formed a video production company and became a certified legal videographer through the Nation Court Reporters Association. As a recreational pilot, I became active in local politics and a member of the Oceanside Airport Association. After numerous attempt to close/sell the Oceanside Airport, I organized the Oceanside Airport Political Action Committee to support pro airport candidates seeking election to the city council.

Charlene Fulton, Director-at-Large. I received my private pilot’s license in 1992 and am still an active pilot. Since 1994, I have been a member, secretary, vice-president and am currently President on my sixth term of the Modesto Airport Pilots Association; served from 2002 to 2003 as Vice-President for Region III, of CalPilots and from 2008 to present time serving as Director At Large for Region III of CalPilots. Other organizations: I have been a member of AOPA since 2003 and am currently the Airport Rep for the Modesto Airport. I reside in Modesto with my husband Robert (Rob). Together, we have five adult children, two grandchildren, a family dog and cat.

Elliot Sanders, Director-at-Large. I am a licensed Private Pilot flying out of Van Nuys Airport. I am active in KVNY local politics as the Past President of the VNYPROP Association, and sit on the Board of Advisors for the AOPA ASN program. I was recently appointed by the Los Angeles City Council to sit on the Van Nuys Airport Citizens Advisory Council. In 2008, I was the recipient of the Joesph R Crotti Award for Airport Advocacy in California, presented by the AOPA.

Peter Albiez, Director-at-Large. I learned to fly in 1968, and currently fly my own aircraft. I have been a member of the AOPA since 1969. Other organizations: I am a FAA Safety Team (FAAST) Representative, International Flying Farmers, President of the California Flying Farmers and Chapter Newsletter Editor, Webmaster of www.californiaflyingfarmers.org, Vice President of the Whiteman Airport Association. Southern California Users Group - rep for BUR & WHP an Airport Rep for CalPilots, attend the Burbank Airport Authority's meetings to monitor aviation related problems.

Bill Sanders, Director-at-Large. I started flying while in college and continued my aviation career around the world in US Naval Aviation and various civilian flying clubs. When I discovered a strip mall being built in the Safety Zone my local airport, I had to act. Past CalPilots' President Jay White, and another senior board member educated me in working with local policy makers to understand the necessity to be guided by the California Airport Land Use Planning Handbook and limit incompatible development surrounding public use airports. I am on a quest to assist pilots in maintaining a dialog with their local governmental officials to be properly represented when deliberations are taking place that could impact their local airport's ability to continue as a valued resource to the community. I was honored to receive the AOPA Presidential Citation for Unsurpassed Aviation Advocacy.

Andy Wilson, Director-at-Large. I began flying out of the Hayward Executive Airport (HWD) in 1979, went on to get my Private Pilots license and soon after got my IFR rating. At the time I was with a major corporation doing large complex computer projects and flew primarily for pleasure. In 1984 I began my own company which later spawned a new Corporation and expanded my flying into single engine, high performance complex aircraft. I have time in gliders both in CA and Harris Hill, New York and have done some aerobatics. I joined AOPA in 1982, am a CALPILOTS member and became a Board Member in 2009. I am a HAM radio operator, call sign KG6BHB.

Lynnette Downey, Administration. California Pilots Association has been my full-time passion since 1995. During these ensuing years I have acted as Director of Communications, Vice President of Region III, Chapter Coordinator, Airport Representative Program Coordinator, Membership Services, and Executive Administrator. My private pilot's license (awarded in 1967) has been my most gratifying accomplishment. Although my husband, Jim (an IFR rated pilot), and I sold our airplane 8 years ago, aviation fuel runs in my veins.

Larry Chapman, Director of Communications. Compared to many other pilots, I am a late-bloomer - not getting my license until I was 49. My wife received her private ticket a year before me. We mostly fly together and even took our instrument training together. As I have wound down my career in the satellite television industry, my wife and I have tried to make up for lost time, flying to Nova Scotia, Florida and much of the West in our Cirrus SR22 based out of Torrance (TOA). California is one of the best places in the world to fly - I believe that the California Pilot's Association is a very effective force in protecting California's GA airports for today's pilots and, as importantly, tomorrow's pilots.