Michael B. Russell

Michael B. Russell
Era Desert Shield / Desert Storm
Branch U.S. Air Force
Rank Major
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Michael Russell served as a Chief Warrent Officer in the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division as a helicopter pilot and paratrouper, then as a Major in the U.S. Air Force as a Fighter Pilot. In the Army he flew the OH-58, and in the Air Force he flew the F-111F in Desert Storm and the F-15E in Operation "Provide Comfort".

 

US Army 82 Airborne Division 1976-1983 Helicopter Pilot and Paratrooper

US Airforce: Fighter Pilot 1983-1998

Campaigns: Desert Storm and Provide Comfort

Aircraft flown: OH-58, T-33, F-111F and F-15E

Awards: Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal

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