James Champlin

James L. “Jim” Champlin** (’54 mech. engr.) is Chairman of The National Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) Memorial fund drive currently underway to raise $250,000 from individuals and corporate sponsors. Charles Lindbergh’s grandson, Eric Lindbergh, is Honorary Co-Chairman. The memorial is to be built at the March Field Air Museum, Riverside, Calif. and will be dedicated at the 2010 DFC National Convention in Riverside. Jim is also Chairman of this event. The DFC award honors heroism or outstanding achievement in flight, with most of its recipients earning it in battle or while in uniform. Jim resides in Riverside, Calif. and still substitute teaches in the Moreno Valley school system.