Background
Rutan, Richard Glenn was born on July 1, 1938 in Loma Linda, California, United States. Son of George and Irene Rutan.
aviator aircraft company executive
Rutan, Richard Glenn was born on July 1, 1938 in Loma Linda, California, United States. Son of George and Irene Rutan.
Bachelor of Science, American Technology University, 1975. Doctor Science and Technology (honorary), Center New England College, 1987. HHD (honorary), Lewis University, 1989.
Commissioned Second lieutenant United States Air Force, 1959, advanced through grades to lieutenant colonel, 1976, retired, 1978. Production manager, chief test pilot Rutan Aircraft Factory, Mojave, California, 1978-1981. President Voyager Aircraft Inc., 1981-1994.
Founding chief test pilot XCOR Aerospace, California, 2001. Managing director Bob Pond Race Team, 1989-1991. Professional lecturer, since 1986.
Republican nomination to 42d Congressional District (California), 1992.
Married Kris Rutan; children: Holly, Jillstepchildren: Shannon, Kelly.