Burlington Senior Squadron Wing of Civil Air Patrol Announces Promotion

Thomas “Tom” Henderson has been promoted to 2nd Lieutenant, according to a statement by 1st Lt Lucien Thresher, Commander of the Burlington Senior Squadron (VT-002) here.  2nd Lt Henderson presently serves as Communications Officer, Safety Officer, and Assistant Finance Officer for the Burlington Senior Squadron.

2nd Lt Thomas Henderson. Photo courtesy of 2nd Lt Heather K. Forcier, VT-002.

“Tom is a valued officer, an enthusiastic aircrew member committed to the success of our squadron and his peers. His business acumen, technological expertise and lifelong interest in general aviation have proven to be important assets,” said Lt Thresher.

Lt. Henderson and his wife Kathy relocated to Vermont from Western New York four years ago, to be closer to family. He had a career in environmental services spanning over 30 years, gaining experience in emergency response, waste management, and the transportation and handling of hazardous materials. He earned a private pilot certificate in 1995. A graduate of Dartmouth College, Henderson also holds a Master’s degree from the Simon Business School at the University of Rochester.

“I appreciate the opportunity to serve with the Civil Air Patrol,” said 2nd Lt Henderson.” The organization offers many opportunities for personal growth. I look forward to being of service to our community in Vermont and at the same time being able to pursue my interests in aviation, radio communications, and finance.”

Kim Stevens

Kim Stevens is the publisher of State Aviation Journal, which he founded in 2009. A longtime commercial-rated pilot, he was introduced to state aviation in 1992 as Director of the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics, later serving as Deputy Division Director for the Arizona Department of Transportation's Aeronautics Division. From 2013 to 2018, he was Director of Communications and Operations for the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) in Washington, D.C. Relocating to North Carolina, Kim worked for the Raleigh-Durham International Airport for two years and now concentrates solely on the Journal. Prior to his aviation career, Kim spent a decade in the newspaper and magazine business.