Directors
“Although I have not been directly associated with aviation, I am proud to be a part of this organization with its valuable contributions to our community.”
Jim Allen
Retired US Army Colonel / Newspaper Publisher
Larry was a founding board member, a private pilot, and an aviation and military enthusiast.
Larry Bailey
Chairman BG Warren County & Kentucky Tourism / USAF
Larry has been on the board for 11 years and is a private pilot.
“My passion for AHP is to see education of our youth and community about aviation and its contribution to our nation’s freedom. “
Larry Beam
Retired Controller Houchens Industries / USAF
Bonnie Berman
Daughter of an Air Force Fighter Pilot
“AHP is a visual and physical reminder to the public of the dedication and sacrifices local aviators have made for us to enjoy our freedom and our American way of life.”
Jim Bohannon
Retired Business Owner / Former Pilot / BG-WC Airport
Ray Buckberry
Retired Attorney / US Air Force
Kris served in the Field Artillery of the US Army. “I am honored to be a part of the Aviation Heritage Park. It is important to celebrate the rich history of South Central Kentucky, and to honor the great accomplishments of our local veterans and aviators.”
Kris Bucy
Computer Scientist
“AHP is important to me… my entire family has been involved in aviation, both private and military, virtually my entire life.”
Keith Carwell
Attorney / Private Pilot/ US Army
Founding member, past president and Director Emeritus. “The AHP concept of honoring real people with real stories from our community is very important to me.”
Dan Cherry
Retired USAF Brigadier General, Fighter Pilot, Vietnam Veteran, Commander of the Thunderbirds
President Mike joined the board in 2017. “Using aircraft to tell the stories of people from our community is important to me. We get to entertain and educate many people of different generations with the displays.”
Michael Cowles
Retired petroleum company executive
A veteran of the Air Force, Alvin has been a board member and supporter since AHP’s inception. The original “Save 550” were a local walking group who discovered Dan Cherry’s derelict Phantom at a VFW in Enon, Ohio.
Alvin Ford
Retail furniture
A longtime board member, past president, Director Emeritus, and past Hangar Party chair. “I loved teaching the future leaders of our country. Volunteering at AHP is a natural follow-on. I’m still serving my country.”
Arnie Franklin
Retired USAF Colonel, Fighter Pilot / AFJROTC High School Teacher Post Retirement
Susan is serving as secretary of AHP.
Susan Harmon
Bowling Green / Warren County Regional Airport Manager
Carroll was a founding member, the first president and currently Director Emeritus. AHP is “an integral part of Bowing Green… I consider it a real honor to have played a part in it’s inception and continued growth.”
Carroll Hildreth
Retired Petroleum Businessman / USAF
Long time board member. “I have great respect for those who have served our country and made it safe and secure for all of us and being involved with AHP is a way to show my appreciation…”
Tim Hurst
Owner SOKY Happenings
“My interest in AHP is… education of our youth in the local contribution of servicemen… to expand the knowledge of the military’s role in the development of our country.”
Basil Jones
Retired Assistant Superintendent of Bowling Green Schools
William’s father served with the US Army and did a tour in Vietnam 1965-1966. Growing up in a military family I have always had a deep appreciation for our veterans and their service to our nation. Being appointed to the AHP board allows me to serve our community by sharing the rich history of local aviators and inspire future generations to make a positive impact through a career in aviation.
William King
CIO Bowling Green Independent Schools
Kim was instrumental in gaining original tax-exempt status, and provides financial guidance. “I have great admiration and respect for our area aviators who served with distinction.”
Robert Kim Kirby
CPA Kirby & Moore / AHP Treasurer
“Our Aviation Heritage Park is a fantastic way to serve the local community and honor our aviation heroes”
William Lane
Retired USAF Colonel, Master Navigator/Combat Systems Officer; USAF Special Operations Air Commando
Bob is a private pilot and a longtime board member serving as a past president. “I am proud to be a part of AHP, sharing the rich and important history of our region’s aviators.”
Robert B. Pitchford III
Retired US Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer, Submarine Service / Newspaper Publisher
Gerald is the Artifact Restoration and Maintenance Chairman. “AHP honors local aviators and veterans as well as inspiring the next generation.”
Gerald Roark
Retired USAF, Command Pilot, Vietnam Nam/Gulf War
Board member for many years. “My interest stems from opportunities to share stories of local heroes who flew… in the service of our country.”
Dr. Julia Link Roberts
Mahurin Professor of Gifted Studies at WKU, Executive Director of The Center for Gifted Studies and The Gatton Academy of Mathematics & Science
Mike has been on the AHP board for 5+ years.
“My position on the AHP board is a great honor. I would like to honor the area’s aviation greats with my service to the proposed museum.”
Mike Steen
Construction Management
Joe Tinius joined the board in 2009 and has served as president for the past 3 years. In 2021 he will serve as past president. “I serve on the AHP Board to honor the service of my Father and Father-in-law in the US Army in WWII.”
Joe Tinius
Retired Bowling Green School Superintendent
Board member for several years. “I deeply appreciate the contributions and sacrifices our veterans have made for our way of life. AHP is important to educate and motivate younger generations.”
Joe Tucker
Doctor of Optometry at Vision Source in Bowling Green, KY
Past President – “AHP is important… to honor very accomplished aviators… inspire future generations and show respect for those who served…”
Jim Wright
USMC CH46 Helicopter Pilot / Retired American Airlines Pilot
Consulting engineer and construction manager. “…I have 60 years experience in engineering and construction. I enjoy sharing my expertise by leading the construction of the Museum.”
J. Mac Yowell
Retired from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet & Warren County Public Works, but active as a Freelance Consulting Engineer and Construction Manager.
Key Staff
Christine graduated from The Ohio State University with a BA in Art History and has been working in the museum field for the past decade. “I am the granddaughter of two WWII veterans, one of whom was a Naval pilot. I place a lot of importance on our past… and honoring the significant contributions that were made so that we can enjoy living the life we are able to today.”
Christine Bobco
Executive Assistant Since 2017