[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 34 (Wednesday, February 28, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E418]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 IN RECOGNITION OF RICHARD E. PINKSTON

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 28, 2007

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Richard 
E. Pinkston for his 25 years of federal service to this country, and to 
celebrate the expertise and enthusiasm he has brought to the Federal 
Aviation Administration, the Cleveland Hopkins Air Traffic Control 
Tower, and the National Air Traffic Controllers Association.
  Richard began his federal career as an Air Traffic Control Specialist 
with the Federal Aviation Administration in 1982, and in June 1982 he 
started working for the Indianapolis Air Route Traffic Control Center 
in Indianapolis, Indiana. After a year, he transferred to Grand Forks 
Air Traffic Control Tower in Grand Forks, North Dakota, before he 
started working for the Cleveland Hopkins Air Traffic Control Tower in 
1988.
  Richard is a highly valued colleague due to his multiple skills and 
personality. His vast knowledge and experience in air traffic skills, 
management style, leadership skills and problem resolution has made him 
an invaluable asset to the Cleveland Hopkins Air Traffic Control Tower,
  Throughout his career, Richard has been an outstanding team player. 
He has been elected the union facility representative and has served on 
numerous national, regional and local committees, as well as work 
groups for both the Federal Aviation Administration and the National 
Air Traffic Controllers Association. During his career he has received 
numerous performance awards, letters of commendation, and incentive 
awards.
  Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring Richard E. 
Pinkston for his 25 years of federal service. His expertise and team 
spirit is an inspiration to all who cross paths with him.

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