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DON CARY – Hired in 1966 by Beech Aircraft Company as a King Air training specialist on the new King Air A90, he taught ground training and checked out customer pilots for over two years, transitioning to the manager of the customer training program. Don eventually moved on to director of customer support, which involved Beech’s training program, parts support, technical support and technical publications department. His responsibilities included visiting Beechcraft’s worldwide network of dealers and its many customers. Next, he became the vice president of product marketing, then headed up all of marketing and eventually served as vice president of customer relations.
Attendees at the 2019
King Air Gathering listening to Tom Clements. The exhib- its are around the perimeter of the room so you can
visit with them throughout the day.
(Photo credit: David Frank)
The Gathering this year is held at a special place for any aircraft enthusiast but especially Beechcraft owners, so take some time to enjoy its offerings as well. The Beech Heritage Museum traces the lineage of the Beechcraft legacy including the very first Beechcraft, the 1929 Travel Air Mystery Ship, original collections from the Beech family and aircraft including the Staggerwing, Beech 18, Bonanza, Baron, Starship, Duke and others.
Space for the KAG is limited, so make sure you register early by going to www.kingairgathering.com. KA
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