Neil Armstrong and the X-15 by Bob van der Linden, Posted on Tue, July 23, 2019, Aeronautics Department, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum “Released from duty in mid-1952, Armstrong returned to Purdue where he earned his degree in aeronautical engineering in 1955. His love of flight and engineering drew him to the National Advisory
Jim McLennan flew the F-100C from 1963-1965 with the 166th Tactical Fighter Squadron of the OHANG.
He graduated from Syracuse University with a Degree in Marketing and Transportatio, and served 30 years in the New York Air National Guard. Jim was Commander of the 138th Fighter Squadron at Hancock Air National Guard Base.
He also was an airline sales representative for 30+ years with KLM and Northwest/Delta airlines and an Honorary Emerald Ambassador to the island of Aruba.
He was a lifelong Syracuse University sports fan and a member of the Skaneateles Country Club.
