BORN

1948, Gadsden, Ala.CURRENT JOB

NTSB chiefEDUCATION

BA, 1970, Intl. Studies, Mary Washington College of the University of VirginiaFAMILY

Married, one daughterPREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Served in 5 federal depts. and agenciesGOALS AT NTSB

Reduce hazards on airport runways, improve highway safety by encouraging use of seat belts and booster seats for children until age 8ON CRISIS MANAGEMENT

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