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MO REP JACK JACKSON HOSTS MPA

On an extremely windy day, Wednesday, March 30, about 20 Missouri Pilots Association Members rendezvoused at the Jefferson City Airport for a tour of the state capitol with fellow pilot Representative Jack Jackson (R) of St. Louis.

Representative Jackson is a member of several committees, including Homeland Security and Veterans Affairs. In addition to his legislative duties, he is chief test pilot for Boeing Company in St. Louis, and he has more time in a Harrier than anyone else on earth. He was a Colonel in the United States Marine Corps, serving in Viet Nam and North Carolina. He is the recipient of four Distinguished Flying Crosses, and is one darn nice guy.

After being introduced on the House floor, the MPA group had a complete tour of the capitol building, including a detailed explanation of just how legislation “happens” in Missouri. Jack was pleased to note that USPA was also represented in the group, and issues involving aviation in Missouri were definitely discussed.

A good relationship with your elected officials is important—at all levels. Do you know yours?

Jan Hoynacki, Executive Director
United States Pilots Association

USPA Executive Director Jan Hoynacki, Representative Jack Jackson, USPA Past President Paul Hough

Posted by Jan at April 2, 2005 09:59 PM