Career
He was born on November 19, 1917 in Oklahoma City. Bennett graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical engineering (Master of Engineering) from Cal Technical in 1940, married the former Katherine Mason, and had 3 children. He joined the San Diego Division of Convair, where he worked for 23 years, ultimately rising to Vice President and Assistant to the General Manager.
His later years were spent at McDonnell Aircraft as a director of program engineering.
Johannes was also an active flight instructor. He died on July 10, 2002 in San Diego, California.