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John Gritta, Member

John Gritta

March 30, 1930 – Jan. 26, 2024 John was a World War II P-51 fighter pilot. He was a loyal member of the WNCAM family attending the membership meetings with his wife Peg and dog Scout. They prepared many dinners for…

Deborah Schafer – Board Member, Recorder

Grandchildren brought me to Hendersonville, and Helene’ brought me to the Air Museum.  In those days after the hurricane I pitched in cleaning tools in the Restoration hangar where my husband Loren was a weekly volunteer. I was impressed with…

Dan Ullmer – Curator, Board Member

Following a successful 40-year career in television broadcasting, Dan joined the museum to pursue his lifelong passion for aviation. He now leverages his extensive multimedia knowledge and television experience to enhance and curate our aircraft and exhibits.

Bill Kelder – Treasurer, Board Member

Bill Kelder is the Treasurer of the Western North Carolina Air Museum, where he pairs his lifelong love for aviation with decades of leadership experience. His diverse career spans successful tenures in hospitality management and industrial sales, bringing a unique…