His research interests include engineering and safety issues currently affecting the aviation community, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) applications, and extension/outreach curriculum development and implementation. John holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Geology from the University of Florida, Master’s Degree in Aeronautical Science with Education/Management dual specializations and a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Biological Engineering from the University of Florida. He is a commercially rated pilot in both fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft with a total flight time of 6,000 hours. Additionally, he teaches Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Flight Techniques and Analysis and Unmanned Aircraft Systems Robotics. Read Less