Pioneer pilot, fixed base operator, Airline Executive. Born in North Augusta, S.C. Moved to Alabama in 1938. Founded Southern Airways as fixed base operator at Birmingham Municipal Airport. By 1939 operations included five additional cities. Operation expanded to become one of the largest FBO networks in the United States. Established military contract flying schools which trained more than 25,000 military pilots during World War II. Decorated by the British government for training Royal Air Force pilots. Organized local service airline with inaugural flight in 1949. Under his leadership for 30 years the service expanded to 17 states and other stations outside the United States. In 1979 Southern Airways merged with North Central Airline to form Republic Airlines.

Inducted Into Alabama Aviation Hall of Fame 1982

FRANK WILSON HULSE