Brigadier General McGee gives a thumbs up after piloting a Cirrus Vision Jet with demo pilot Boni Caldeira, of Cirrus Aircraft to celebrate his 100th birthday. [Photo: Stephen Yeates]
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Brigadier General Charles McGee, a decorated Tuskegee Airman and Air Force pilot, passed away at the age of 102.
McGee flew a remarkable 409 fighter combat missions across three major conflicts: World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, setting a record for the most aerial fighter combat missions over three wars.
He received numerous commendations, including the Congressional Gold Medal, and was promoted to brigadier general at age 100, remembered for his legacy of service and advocacy for diversity in aviation.
Tuskegee Airman Brigadier General Charles McGee, the decorated Air Force pilot who flew over 400 fighter combat missions between World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, has died. He was 102.
According to his son, Ron McGee, his father died in his sleep Sunday at their home in Bethesda, Maryland.
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Jeremy attained his bachelor's in journalism and emerging media from Kennesaw State University. He also served in the Georgia Air National Guard as a C-130 Crew Chief for six years, holding an associate in aircraft maintenance technology.
