2024 Gala Honoree – Ralph W. ‘Getch’ Getchell
Ralph W. ‘Getch’ Getchell Colonel Ralph W. ‘Getch’ Getchell is a retired U.S. Air Force officer with a distinguished career spanning several decades. He received his commission and Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Management from the United States Air Force Academy in 1971. Throughout his career, he held various roles, including rescue aircraft commander, […]
2024 Gala Honoree – Douglas M. Rosenstock
Douglas M. Rosenstock Lieutenant Colonel Douglas M. Rosenstock is the Director of the F-35 Academic Training Center at Eglin AFB, Florida, overseeing pilot and maintainer ground training for the F-35 Lightning II. With a state-of-the-art facility, he manages training for over 2,100 U.S. and international students annually. Commissioned from the United States Naval Academy in […]
2024 Gala Honoree – David W. Francis
David W. Francis Lieutenant Colonel David W. Francis, USAF (Ret.), dedicated 42 years to military and government service. A distinguished graduate of the US Air Force Academy, he served as a fighter pilot with over 3,600 hours in the A-10, F-4D/E, F-117A, and T-33 aircraft. Lt Col Francis played a pivotal role in the F-117A […]
2024 Gala Honoree – Joseph A. Salata
Joseph A. Salata Joseph A. Salata is the Senior Vice President of Flight Operations at Flexjet LLC, overseeing 250+ aircraft and 1,200+ personnel. Starting his aviation career with Flight Options in 2000, he later became Vice President of Flight Operations, managing 210 aircraft. After a brief stint at Corporate Wings, Joe returned to Flight Options […]
2024 Gala Honoree – Lee D. Gustin
Lee D. Gustin Lee D. Gustin is a seasoned aviator with over 50 years of flying experience. Currently serving as a Challenger 350 Pilot for Flexjet LLC since May 2021, he embarked on his aviation journey after being commissioned with the Class of 1977 from the United States Air Force Academy. During his military career, […]
2024 Gala Honoree – Alton C. ‘AL’ Whitley
Alton C. ‘AL’ Whitley 2024 Gala honoree Col. Alton C. ‘AL’ Whitley Jr., a retired U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, currently resides in Greenville, South Carolina. He was part of the initial cadre of the F-117 program from 1981 to 1985. In August 1990, he took command of the 37th Fighter Wing and deployed for […]
2024 Gala Honoree – W. Blake Bourland
W. Blake Bourland W. Blake Bourland, a Fort Worth, Texas native, began his military journey at the United States Air Force Academy. Graduating in 1978, he entered the United States Air Force, initially focusing on Aircraft Maintenance Officer training at Chanute AFB, IL. Following a medical grounding, he transitioned to Nellis AFB, Nevada, overseeing Aircraft […]
2024 Gala Honoree – S. Clintone “Q” Hinote
S. Clinton “Q” Hinote Lt. Gen. S. Clinton Hinote, USAF (RET), a Three Star General, is an esteemed honoree at the PSAM Gala 2024. Throughout his military career, he piloted various aircraft, including F-16, F-117, A/T-38, and T-37. As the Deputy Chief of Staff, Strategy, Integration, and Requirements at the Headquarters, United States Air Force, […]
2024 Gala Honoree – Steve Hinton
Steve Hinton Steve Hinton is an accomplished American aviator with a remarkable career in air racing and aviation. From 1979 to 1989, he held the world speed record and secured victory in six Unlimited-class air races, including two national championships. Hinton’s achievements include winning four consecutive Unlimited races in a single year, a feat unmatched […]