Birth date: Jan 10, 1923 Death date: Jul 23, 2008
JOHNSON, RICHARD H. 1923- 2008 Richard Johnson, soaring pilot and aero engineer, died Wednesday July 23, 2008 in the crash of his Ventus sailplane. His life spanned 85 years of the most interesting aviation history and for 70 of t Read Obituary
Dick taught me to fly when I was 20 years old. I'm nearly 80 now, have had several planes, the last being a beautiful Beech Bonanza but it's sailplanes that have held a special place in my heart and flying them has been a real joy to me. I could spend hours with stories but pilots know what I mean. Thank you Dick for helping me with what was the begining of the real joy of flying.....
My deepest condolences go out to Alice and the family! Please take solace that Dick touched everyone in soaring and made us all not only more knowledgeable, but better and safer pilots. He is on that final glide and will be missed, but he will never be forgotten…. Renny Rozzoni Albuquerque, NM
My thought and prayer go out to Dicks family in this time of need. Dick was a true inspiration and friend both at TI and after retirement at Raytheon Missile Systems. My prayers are with you at your profound loss!!
It was an honor to fly with you
I worked closely with Dick at TI from 1985 until his retirement. I always had the greatest respect for both his technical capabiliteis and his personal qualities. He was a class act. I offer my heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family. John Carmichael
I am so sorry to hear about Mr.Johnson
So sorry to hear of your tragic loss, I've thought of you often over the years. Emma Seitz Tkach West Point, MS
God Bless each and every one of Dick;s Family,Our love and Prayers are with you
Dick, Thank you so much for being the friend you are,Steven and I will be blessed just by knowing you. God speed Dick
