Background
Nichols, William Buford was born on July 6, 1921 in Kennett, Missouri, United States. Son of George Louis and Esther V. (Toole) Nichols.
Nichols, William Buford was born on July 6, 1921 in Kennett, Missouri, United States. Son of George Louis and Esther V. (Toole) Nichols.
Associate of Arts, Flint Community College, Michigan, 1941.
Commissioned ensign, United States Navy, 1942; advanced through grades to commander, United States Navy, 1956; assignments include flight instructor, co-pilot, navigator, aircraft commander, flight examiner, squadron navigation officer retired, United States Navy, 1967; instructor simulator and flight, FlightSafety International, New York City, 1967-1974; director Sabreliner training, FlightSafety International, St. Louis, Missouri, since 1974.
Member Retired Officers Association, Naval Reserve Association, Naval Museum, Society Professional Pilots, Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association, Masons, Shriners.
Married Edith Gertrude Allert, October 27, 1962.