Tom Poberezny

Friday, March 23, 2012 at 06:53 PM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Tom Poberezny was a pivotal figure who ushered the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) into a new era.
His aviation career included performing as an aerobatic pilot with teams like the Red Devils/Eagles.
Poberezny was deeply involved in significant EAA initiatives, including the EAA Museum and the inaugural Young Eagles flight.

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A look at Tom Poberezny, the man who helped carry EAA into a new era.

Tom Poberezny — Tom Poberezny (left) with a model of the EAA Museum. Next to him are Pat Packard and Dick Stouffer. Read about Tom Poberezny’s history here.

Tom Poberezny — Charlie Hillard (left), Gene Soucy and Tom Poberezny as the Red Devils. Read about Tom Poberezny’s history here.

Tom Poberezny — Tom Poberezny in front of his Twin Comanche after the first Young Eagles flight. His daughter, Leslie, is in the middle. Read more about Tom Poberezny’s history here.

Concorde — 1985…the year the Concorde arrived. Read about Tom Poberezny’s history here.

The Eagles Aerobatic Team — The Eagles Aerobatic Team Read about Tom Poberezny’s history here.

Tom Poberezny — Tom Poberezny (left), Charlie Hillard and Gene Soucy…the Christen Eagles Aerobatic Team. Read about Tom Poberezny’s history here.

Tom Poberezny — Tom Poberezny in his famous Red 3. Read about Tom Poberezny’s history here.

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