Meet our chapter's leadership team.
Ron Willke, President
Ron has been interesting in flying for over 60 years. He flew in the United States Air Force and retired after 27 years of service. After retiring, he worked as a Program Manager for both Citi Group and Northrop Grumman Corporation. His flying experience ranges from light sport aircraft to military fighters having flown over 40 different aircraft. Currently retired, he owns and flies an RV-6A, an MTO Sport Gyrocopter, and is building a Ran’s S-20 Raven.
Steve Veach, Vice President
Steve has been involved in aviation for most of his adult life. He enlisted in the Marines at 17 and went on to become a Marine pilot. He is also a retired airline pilot having worked for Continental and US Airways. He has flown commercially and is a flight instructor. He owns and flys a Vans RV-4 but is always looking for a good project.
Diana C. Smith, Secretary
Diana is an aviation enthusiast, a Civil Air Patrol AEM, an Elementary/Intermediate school teacher and a STEM coach for her school. She loves all things science and aviation. She is also her school's robotics coach helping develop the next generation of aviators and scientists.
Pete Krotje, Treasurer
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Charlie Smith, Young Eagles Coordinator / Webmaster
Charlie is a scientist by day and an aviation enthusiast most other times. He is a private pilot, EAA member and is the builder of a KIS Cruiser that's yearning for its maiden flight.