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Skip Johnson

Air Boss, Multi-Venue (RAB MV)

Phone: 970 999 2067

Loveland, CO 

CAGE CODE: 18XEG

UEI: ME1HT1VADW68

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A Bit About Skip Johnson

Skip Johnson is a FAA-recognized Multi-Venue Air Boss with a distinguished career spanning military aviation, commercial airline operations, and air show leadership. A retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and former Thunderbird pilot, Skip brings a unique combination of operational expertise, disciplined leadership, and real-world experience to every event. Having served as a performer, organizer, and Air Boss, he understands every dimension of air show execution. Today, through Skip Johnson Air Boss LLC, he delivers safe, precise, and professional air show operations—trusted by event organizers, government agencies, and aviation professionals alike.

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Credentials and Experience you can trust

Air Show Expertise

Instructor and Leadership

AOA Aviation and leadership Consulting

  • FAA-recognized Multi-Venue Air Boss (RAB-MV)

  • Over 25 air shows supported, from small venues to complex, multi-agency operations

  • Extensive coordination with FAA, ATC, and military organizations

  • Experience as Air Boss, performer, event organizer, and air show director

  • Expert in airspace management, aerobatic box design, and show execution

  • Leads daily flight operations, safety briefings, and real-time show management

  • Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel with over 30 years of service

  • Former USAF Thunderbird pilot

  • Combat and operational experience in high-performance aviation environments

  • Retired Airline Captain (United Airlines)

  • Founder of AOA Aviation & Leadership Consulting Provides Aerobatic and advanced flight training and Upset Prevention & Recovery Training (UPRT)

  • Works with pilots to build precision, confidence, and safety in high-performance flight

  • Certified leadership coach and instructor

  • Delivers training in:

  • Leadership development

  • Human Performance, Human Factors

  • Integrates aviation-based principles into real-world leadership and team performance

Learn more about AOA Aviation and Leadership Consulting

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Our Team

Skip Johnson Air Boss LLC has the unique and collaborative partnership with Scott McMillan of Mile High Air Boss.  He brings a wealth of experience to the team!  And nothing moves without the support of my partner Heidi!

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Skip Johnson Air Boss LLC

sjohns555@hotmail.com

970 999 2067

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