A life with its foundation based on the 4 Ps: perceive, prepare, perform, and persevere—that aptly describes the 100 years now seen by Col. Charles E. McGee. The former Tuskegee Airman celebrated his century of living and flying on December 7, 2019, with a flight the day before in a Cirrus Vision Jet, in which, according to Cirrus Aircraft demo pilot Boni Caldeira, he taxied out, took off, and maintained great situational awareness throughout the flight all the way to its conclusion. The route took the jet over to Dover Air Force Base, home of the 436<sup>th</sup> Airlift Wing, where more than 100 service members greeted McGee and gave him a rousing line of high-fives.
Col. Charles McGee Flies for 100th Birthday
Key Takeaways:
- Tuskegee Airman Col. Charles E. McGee celebrated his 100th birthday with a commemorative flight in a Cirrus Vision Jet, joined by a P-51 Mustang tribute.
- The centenarian was honored with a festive luncheon, numerous citations, proclamations, and a welcoming ceremony by service members at Dover Air Force Base.
- Col. McGee had a distinguished 30-year USAF career, including 409 combat missions across World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, and continues to inspire future generations with his message of excellence.
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