Vos: Hangar named in his honor

Hangar at 743 Offers Way to Grow Its Own A&P Mechanics

One of the challenges of having a hangar full of vintage aircraft is finding qualified mechanics to perform the required maintenance on these rare birds. One way to ensure a supply is to grow your own. That’s what the Prescott Foundation’s Workplace Development Program is doing through what is described as an “innovative initiative offering a hands-on, alternative pathway for individuals seeking FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.” …

Vos: Hangar named in his honor

Richard “Dick” Van Rennes Jr. was born Sept. 20, 1931, in Buena Park, CA, to Richard and Kate Van Rennes. When young Dick was 11 years old, his parents and their six children moved to Iowa. World War II was…