Don Barnes is an Clinical Assistant Professor of Aeronautical Engineering Technology in the School of Aviation and Transportation Technology at Purdue University, West Lafayette. His teaching focus is on aircraft electrical and avionics systems, aviation maintenance practices, and related topics.  He served in the United States Navy from 1986 to 2006, where he served as a crew chief on the UC-12B and a flight engineer on the E-6A/B Mercury aircraft.  Don has over 35 years of aviation experience, and since his retirement he has worked primarily as an avionics technician/lead technician for companies such as Standard Aero, Lockheed-Martin and Beechcraft/Cessna/Hawker.  Don has avionics experience on a variety of aircraft, ranging from a Cessna 172 to a Boeing 757.  His research interests include all electric aircraft and aircraft maintenance practices.  

Don is a Purdue IMPACT Fellow and he serves as the faculty advisor for the Purdue Beta Chapter of Alpha Eta Rho (AHP), the Purdue Airsoft Club, the Purdue men's ice hockey team, and is the house advisor for Glenwood Cooperative.  

Education:

BS; Aviation Maintenance Management, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

MS; Technology, Leadership and Innovation, Purdue University. 

Certifications:  FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P)