Shep writes: “Fiddle was a terrific guy who lifted himself out of poverty in the hills and collars of West Virginia thru the military and aviation. A dear friend and pilot’s pilot, will miss him.”
Bill Barnitz flew fighter jets including the; T-33, F-86, F-89, T-37, T-38, F-4, F-102, F-100, A-7 and F-16. In total he flew 7600 hours in fighter jets.
To hear his story in his own words, go to: https://youtu.be/XGarOrUQ5dM