Henry Lehrer
Henry R. Lehrer, ATP; CE 500, CFII & MEL
Visiting Scholar
hlehrer@purdue.edu
419-662-1926Henry R. Lehrer recently retired as Professor of Aviation Technology at Purdue University and Director of Special Aviation Projects: Qatar ending 52 years of continuous service as a teacher/professor and educational administrator. During that period, Dr. Lehrer has held tenured faculty positions at Bowling Green State University, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (Daytona Beach), and the University of Nebraska at Omaha; the first seventeen years of his academic career were as an Ohio high school teacher.
A graduate of Ohio University, Kent State University, and Bowling Green State University, Lehrer, is still an active flight instructor and holds an Airline Transport Pilot license with Cessna Citation type rating. He has numerous journal articles, books, book chapters, presentations, and consultancies to his credit.
In addition, Lehrer was the editor of the Journal of Aviation/Aerospace Education & Research (JAAER), the Journal of Air Transportation (JAT), the Journal of Aviation Technology & Engineering (JATE), and the Collegiate Aviation Review (CAR). Dr. Lehrer is a Laureate of Epsilon Pi Tau: Technology Honorary, a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, and has received the Sorenson Award at University of Nebraska-Omaha and both the Wheatley and V. L. Laursen Awards from the University Aviation Association.
In his spare time, Hank is still a professional woodwind instrument player. You may just as easily find him playing a jazz gig, on stage with a symphonic concert band, or in the orchestra pit for a local musical production.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy, Bowling Green State University, December 1985, Higher Education Administration and Supervision.
- Master of Education, Kent State University, 1968. Secondary School Administration.
- Bachelor of Science in Education, Ohio University, 1963, Instrumental Music Education.
- Sorenson Best Paper Award. Journal of Air Transportation Worldwide, Omaha, NE: January 1, 2001.
- Sorenson Award for Pioneering Achievements in Aviation Education. University of Nebraska at Omaha Aviation Institute, Omaha, NE, April 2000.
- Laureate Citation ‑ For Academic Leadership, Superior Scholarship, Superb Accomplishments in Teaching and Academic Service, and Extraordinary Leadership in the Profession, Epsilon Pi Tau International Honorary for Professionals in Technology, Tampa, FL, May 1996.
- Wheatley Award Recipient (United Airlines) ‑ For Significantly Furthering the Interests of Aviation Education Over the Last Ten Years ‑ Las Vegas, NV, September 1995.
- Outstanding Graduate Faculty Member: Recipient for 1993 ‑ Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Department of Independent Studies ‑ October 1993.
- V. L. Laursen Award Recipient (Trans World Airlines) ‑ For Excellence in Teaching Undergraduate Aerospace Education ‑ Atlanta, GA, September 1993.
- Presidential Innovation Award Recipient ‑ Embry Riddle Aeronautical University ‑ March 1993.
Books, Encyclopedia, Monographs, and Special Reports
- Lehrer, H.R. (2015). From Fledgling Air Mail Route to Victor 6: Forging the First Transcontinental Airway (1917-1966) in manuscript. Expected publication in 2016; ~ 320 pages.
- Lehrer, H.R. (2014). Flying the Beam: Navigating the Early US Airmail Airways, 1917 – 1941 (ISBN: 978-1-55753-683-3). Purdue University Press, 226 pages.
- Lehrer, H.R.. et. al (2003). Aeronautics Education, Research, and Industry Alliance (AERIAL) Year 2 Report and Year 3 Proposal. Omaha, NE: The UNO Aviation Monograph Series, 68 pages.
- Lehrer, H. R. (2002). The Family Science Starter Kit: A Manual to Assist You in the Development of a Family Aeronautical Science Program. NASA Technical Reports Server (NTRS), 35 pages.
- Lehrer, H.R. (2001). Tribal College Outreach Initiative. National Science Foundation and Nebraska EPSCoR. Lincoln, NE, 11 pages.
- Lehrer, H.R. (2001). A History of US Aircarriers Since World War II. In T. Brady (Ed.). An American Aviation Experience. Carbondale, IL: Southern Illinois University Press, p. 218-239.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1997). Affective Evaluation in Aviation Instructional Programs: Some Preliminary Thoughts. In R. Telfer and P. Moore Aviation Training: Pilot, Instructor and Organization. Aldershot, UK: Ashgate, 274‑282.
- Lehrer, H., et. al. (1996). ACAA Self-Study for the Aviation Institute of the University of Nebraska at Omaha. 320 pages.
- Lehrer, H. (1993). Instructional Design and Curriculum Development in Aviation. In R. Telfer (Ed.). Aviation Training and Instruction. Aldershot, UK: Ashgate, pp. 271‑290.
- Lehrer, H, & Sliwa, S. (1993). Airplane ‑ Flight Training and Procedures. New York: Encyclopedia Americana, 1, 426‑427.
Published Articles (Referred)
- Mott, J., & Lehrer, H. (2012). A New Approach to Integrating a Plus-Two Bachelor’s degree in Technology with a Two-Year Associate’s degree. The Journal of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (JTMAE) 28(4), 1-8.
- Bowen, B., Bowen, E., Lehrer, H., Mott, J., Watkinson, J., Newton, M., & Kirschner, J. (2011). The Digital Migration of Research Dissemination in Aviation Psychology Disciplines. International Society of Aviation Psychology Conference Proceedings; Dayton, OH.
- Nickerson, J, Bowen, B, & Lehrer, H. (2008). A Process Plan for Consensus Building in the Evaluation of the NSGC & EPSCOR Native American Outreach Program. Public Administration & Management. 13(1), 1-50.
- Moore, P, Lehrer, H., & Telfer, R. (2001). Quality Training and Learning in Aviation: Problems of Alignment. Journal of Air Transportation Worldwide, 6(1), 1-12.
- Lehrer, H., Moore, P., & Telfer, R., (1999). Approaches to Learning: Is there a Better Way to Prepare Future Pilots. International Aviation Training Symposium. Oklahoma City, OK: Federal Aviation Administration, p. 271 - 277.
- Lehrer, H., Moore, P., & Telfer, R., (1999). Approaches to Learning: Improving the Instructional Strategies for Pilots and Instructors. 2nd Annual Instructor Conference Proceedings. Daytona Beach, FL: Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, April 9 & 10, 111 - 122.
- Lehrer, H., Moore, P., Telfer, R., & Freeman, A. (1998). Future Airline Training: What has been learned for Pilots and Instructors. Manly Aviation Psychology Conference, Sydney, Australia, March 1998. 6 pages.
- Lehrer, H. R., & Freeman, A. (1998). Intermodal Airport to City-Center Passenger Transportation at the 20 Largest US Aircarrier Airports: The Past, Present, and Future. Journal of Air Transportation World Wide, 3(1), 13-23.
- Moore, P., Telfer, R., & Lehrer, H. (1997). Instructor Perspective on Learning in Aviation. Proceedings of the 10th Annual Aviation Psychology Meeting, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, April 1997.
- Lehrer, H., & Carrico, J, (1997). The Gore Commission and Recommendations for Omaha Eppley Airport. Proceeding for the Jerome Lederer Aviation Symposium, College of Aeronautics, New York.
- Lehrer, H.R.(1996). In Search of Membership Satisfaction: The University Aviation Association (UAA) Survey. Journal of Air Transportation World Wide, 1(1), 1-12.
- Lehrer, H. R., & Johnson, J. (1995). Is a Doctoral Degree Needed in Aviation/Aerospace. Journal of Studies in Technical Careers, 15 (4), 245 ‑ 255.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1995). An Innovative Utilization of Distance Learning Techniques In Collegiate Aviation Education. In T. Sechrest, M. Thomas, & D. Nolan (Eds.) Leadership for Creating Educational Change: Integrating the Power of Technology, 476‑478. Austin, TX: University of Texas.
- Lehrer, H., & Connolly, T. (1994). Aviation Distance Learning: A Case Study in Intent, Implementation, and Evaluation. Collegiate Aviation Review, 4‑10.
- Lehrer, H. (1992). Outcomes Assessment: A New Hurdle for Collegiate Aviation Programs. Collegiate Aviation Review, 11‑16.
- Weitzel, T., & Lehrer, H. (1992, Fall). A Turning Point in Aviation Training: The AQP Mandates Crew Resource Management and Line Operational Simulations. Journal of Aviation/ Aerospace Education and Research, 3(1), 24‑30.
- Lehrer, H. (1991, Fall). The Journal of Aviation/Aerospace Education and Research: A Why, What, and How Story. Journal of Aviation/Aerospace Education and Research, 2(1), 37‑38.
- Lehrer, H. (1990, Fall). Partnerships for Publishing: A New Look at Joint Writing Projects. Journal of Aviation/Aerospace Education and Research, 1(2), 65‑69.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1990). Perceptions of University Aviation Association Members Concerning Scholarly Writing and Publishing. Proceedings of the Fall Educational Conference of the University Aviation Association, 21‑30. San Jose, CA: San Jose State University.
- Lehrer, H. R., & Connolly, T. J. (1989). Applications of State‑of‑the‑Art Educational Technology to Prepare Tomorrow's Aviation Professional. Proceedings of the TITE Conference, Atlanta, GA, 442‑448.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1988, Winter‑Spring). Tomorrow's Professional Pilot ‑ Graduates of Today's Collegiate Aviation Programs. Journal of Epsilon Pi Tau, 14, 25‑27.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1987). Study of Academic Preparation for Airport Management Personnel. Proceedings of the Fall Educational Conference of the University Aviation, 2‑24. Champaign, IL: University of Illinois.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1985). Organizational and Management Techniques for Collegiate Flight Training Programs ‑ A Foundation for Improved Human Resources Management. Proceedings of the Fall Educational Conference of the University Aviation Association, 17‑31. Champaign, IL: University of Illinois.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1984, Fall). Aviation Education: The Challenge for Colleges and Universities. Journal of Epsilon Pi Tau, 10, 52‑55.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1984). Academic Aviation Testing: Can a Better Job be Done? Proceedings of the Fall Educational Conference of the University Aviation Association, 65‑79. Wichita, KS: Wichita State University.
Published Articles
- Lehrer, H. R., Erickson, L. K., & Gilson, R. D. (1990, June‑July). Pilots Identify Stress. Air Line Pilot, 59(6), 22‑26.
- Lehrer, H. R., Erickson, L. K., & Gilson, R. D. (1990, May). The Professional Pilot and Stress: Educating For Safety Enhancement. Proceedings of the 35th Corporate Aviation Safety Seminar, 78‑89. Montreal, PQ, Canada: Flight Safety Foundation.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1986, December). Six Critical Steps in Getting Your Ideas on Paper. University Aviation Association Newsletter, 13‑15.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1986, September). Let a Computer Manage your Flight School. Airport Services Management, 20‑23.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1986, July). The Professional Flight Instructor's Personal Library: An Exercise in Why, What, and How. Air Safety Foundation Flight Instructor Safety Report, 7.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1985, January). Touch and Go Landings: Are They Really a Valid Flight Training Operation. Air Safety Foundation Flight Instructor Safety Report, 1 & 2.
Presentations & Papers (referred):
- Bowen, B. D., & Lehrer, H. R. (2004). “Addressing NASA’s Workforce Development Initiative: Intensifying Outreach and Collaborations in Nebraska’s Native Community” AIAA National Conference, San Diego, CA, September.
- Lehrer, H., Vlasek, K., & Bingen, J. (2004). “Native IMAGE First Year Report: Goals Achieved.” Tribal Forum III; ESRI Users Conference, San Diego, CA, August.
- Lehrer, H. Red Leaf, B., & Bingen, J. (2004). “Family Aeronautical Science: Striving to Improve the Mathematics, Science, and Technological Skills of Nebraska Native American Students” American Association of Community Colleges, Minneapolis, MN. April.
- Lehrer, H.R., & Zendajas, E. (2001). “Family Science; A Demonstration Project.” Western Region Space Grant, Warm Springs, OR.
- Lehrer, H.R. (2000). “Articulation Between UNOAI and the Nebraska Native American Educational Community: An Exciting And Fulfilling Adventure.” National Indian Impacted Schools Association Conference, Omaha, NE, June 2000.
- Lehrer, H.R. (2000). “SATS in Nebraska.” Regional SATS Meeting, Rapid City, SD, May 2000.
- Lehrer, H.R. (2000). “The SATS Project for Nebraska: An EPSCoR Initiative.” Midwest Space Grant Meeting, Chicago, February 2000.
- Lehrer, H.R. (1999). „SATS Implementation in Nebraska.“ World Aviation Congress and Exposition. San Francisco, October 1999.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1998). “Intermodal Airport to City-Center Passenger Transportation at the 20 Largest US Aircarrier Airports: The Past, Present, and Future.” World Conference on Transportation Research, Antwerp, Belgium, July 1998.
- Lehrer, H., Moore, P., Telfer, R., & Freeman, A. (1998). AFuture Airline Training: What has been learned for Pilots and Instructors.” Manly Aviation Psychology Conference, Sydney, Australia, March 1998.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1997). “Using the World Wide Webb as an Instructional Methodology in Undergraduate Aviation Classes.” Nebraska Aviation Education Association Annual Meeting. Kearney, NE, January 1997.
- Moore, P., Telfer, R., & Lehrer, H. (1997). AInstructor Perspective on Learning in Aviation. Annual Aviation Psychology Meeting, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, April 1997.
- Lehrer, H. R. (1996). “A Nebraska Space Grant/EPSCoR Aeronautics Initiative: An Articulation Model with Tribal Colleges.” Western Region Space Grant Meeting, Santa Fe, NM, November 1996.
- Lehrer, H.R. (1996). “How to find a Mentor when none are listed in the Phonebook.” Fall Conference of the University Aviation Association, San Jose, CA, October 1996.
- Lehrer, H.R. (1996). “The NBAA/UAA Curriculum.” Fall Conference of the University Aviation Association, San Jose, CA, October 1996.
- Lehrer, H.R. (1996). “Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills in Aviation, What are They and How do we Teach Them?” Council on Aviation Accreditation, London, ONT, July 1996.
- Lehrer, H. R. & Mitchell, F. (1996). „The University Aviation Association’s Role in the Aviation and Aerospace Education Pipeline.” General Session Address at the National Congress on Aerospace Education, Little Rock, AR, April 1996.
- Lehrer, H. R. "Developing a Long Range Writing Career or How Can I get Published?" Fall Conference of the University Aviation Association, New Orleans, LA, October 1994.
- Lehrer, H. R. "Aviation Curriculum Foundations ‑ Does A Framework Exits?" Fall Conference of the University Aviation Association, New Orleans, LA, October 1994.
- Lehrer, H. R, & Connolly, T. J. "Aviation Distance Learning ‑ A Case Study in Intent, Implementation, and Evaluation" Fall Conference of the University Aviation Association, New Orleans, LA, October 1994.
- Lehrer, H. Distinguished Lecturer in Residence Address "How to Make your Mark in Aviation" University of Nebraska at Omaha. April 1994.
- Lehrer, H. "Preparing Higher Education Aviation Students to Survive in an Embattled Air Transportation System," 1993 University of Nebraska‑Omaha Challenge 2000 Conference, October 1993.
- Lehrer, H. R. "Assessing Educational Outcomes, A Grassroots Approach," Fall Conference of the University Aviation Association, Atlanta, GA, September 1993.
- Lehrer, H. "Issue in Aviation and Space Education." 1993 Congress of Aviation and Space Education. Orlando, FL, May 1993, Panel Organizer and Moderator.
- Lehrer, H. "Outcomes Assessment: A New Hurdle for Collegiate Aviation Programs" UAA Fall Meeting, Dallas, TX, September 1992.
- Connolly, T., Landry, A., Fontaine, G., & Lehrer, H. "Cross Country Instrument Flight Trainer: Training Capability Evaluation" UAA Fall Meeting, Dallas, TX, September 1992.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Professional Education ‑ New Challenges at an Aeronautical University" AAHE 6th Annual Assessment Conference, San Francisco, CA, June 1991.
- Lehrer, H.R. "The Journal of Aviation/Aerospace Education and Research: A Why, What, and How Story" General Aviation Manufacturers Association Aerospace Education Conference. Washington, DC, February 1991.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Perceptions of University Aviation Association Members Concerning Scholarly Writing and Publishing." The Fall Educational Conference of the University Aviation Association, New Orleans, LA, October 1990.
- Lehrer, H.R., Erickson, L.K., & Gilson, R.D. "The Professional Pilot and Stress: Educating For Safety Enhancement." The 35th Corporate Aviation Safety Seminar, Montreal, PQ, Canada, May 1990.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Partnerships for Publishing: A New Look at Joint Writing Projects." The 1990 National Congress on Aviation and Space Education, Reno, NV, March 1990.
- Lehrer, H.R., & Connolly, T.J. "Applications of State‑of‑the‑Art Educational Technology to Prepare Tomorrow's Aviation Professional." TITE Conference, Atlanta, GA, March 1989.
- Lehrer, H.R. "A Study of Academic Preparation for Airport Management Personnel," Fall Educational Conference of the University Aviation Association, New Orleans, LA, September 1987.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Organizational and Management Techniques for Collegiate Flight Training Programs ‑ A Foundation for Improved Human Resources Management," Fall Educational Conference of the University Aviation Association, New Orleans, LA, September 1985.
- Lehrer, H.R., & Savage, E. "Aviation: A Viable Transportation Technology," American Industrial Arts Association, San Diego, CA, March 1985.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Academic Aviation Testing: Can A Better Job Be Done," University Aviation Association Fall Educational Conference, Atlanta, GA, October 1984.
Papers, Presentations, and Panels at Professional Meetings (non‑referred)
- Lehrer, H.R. “Bonfires, Beacons, and Bureaucracy: From Fledgling Airmail Routes to the Civil Aviation Administration.” Glenn Symposium Series, John Glenn College of Public Affairs, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH. September 2015.
- Bowen, B., & Lehrer, H.R. AOpportunities for Tribal Colleges through NASA Space Grant Funding.@ American Indian Higher Education Consortium, October 1996, Rapid City, SD.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Fourteen, Eleven, and Three: Where do we go from here." ERAU Senior Achievement Luncheon Speaker, December 1993, Daytona Beach, FL.
- Lehrer, H. R. Soapbox Presentation Organizer and Moderator, Fall Educational Conference of the University Aviation Association, Atlanta, GA, September 1993.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Training Technologies" Volusia‑Flagler County Safety Council, Daytona Beach, FL, January 1993.
- Lehrer, H. R. "Air Transportation‑ Challenges of the 1990s," Parents Weekend and Donor Recognition Weekend. Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, October 1992.
- Lehrer, H. R. "What is the Place of Humanities/Liberal Arts in A Technological University," Cock 'n' Bull, Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, March 1992.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Federal Aviation Regulations" Flight Instructor Refresher Clinic, Daytona Beach, FL, October 1987, February 1988, February 1989, and February 1991.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Aircraft Recognition," Regional Division of the National Intercollegiate Flying Association Meet, Napoleon, OH, October 1986.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Bowling Green State University Aerotechnology: Our Mission," Federal Aviation Administration Safety Meeting, Bowling Green, March 1985.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Academic Test Item Preparation," 17th Annual Aerospace Congress, Houston, TX, April 1984.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Aviation at Bowling Green State University," Toledo Area Chamber of Commerce ‑ Aviation Committee, Toledo, OH. November 1983.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Aerodynamics for Non‑pilot Engineers," American Society of Engineers ‑ Student, University of Toledo, March 1983.
- Lehrer, H.R. "Airport Communication," Federal Aviation Administration Safety Meeting, Bowling Green, OH, March 1983.
Industry Engagement:
National
- Comair Training Academy, Sanford, FL; Academic Advisory Committee, 2002 – 2004.
- NASA Academy Selection Committee, Goddard Space Flight Center, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 & 2007.
- Council on Aviation Accreditation, Guidance Committee, 1997- 2000.
- University Aviation Association, Awards Committee, 1997- 1998.
- National Business Aircraft Association/University Aviation Association Curriculum Taskforce, 1996.
- National Aeronautic Association, Frank W. Brewer Trophy Selection Committee, 1995.
- University Aviation Association, Membership Committee, 1994 ‑1995.
- University Aviation Association, Finance Committee, 1993‑ 1995.
- University Aviation Association, Scholarship Committee, 1991‑1994.
- University Aviation Association, Written Test Advisory Committee, 1984‑85.
- University Aviation Association, Publications Committee, 1985‑1989, Chair.
Regional and State
- Nebraska SATS Compliance Committee, 1999 - 2000, Chair.
- Native American Working Group, Western Region NASA Space Grant Consortium, 1996 to 1998, Chair.
- Nebraska Aviation Consortium, member, 1996 to 1998.
- Nebraska Aviation Education Association, chairman, 1996 to 1997.
- Nebraska Regional Airline Service Committee, member, 1996.
Consulting:
- Aero Associates (2008). Analysis of Fixed Base Operations in the Omaha to Kansas City General Aviation Corridor. Omaha, NE.
- Aviation Institute, University of Nebraska at Omaha (2005). Curriculum development for Geospatial Workshop for Native American Educators. In conjunction with Little Priest Tribal College, NE.
- Aviation Institute, University of Nebraska at Omaha (1996). Curriculum development for the Ph.D. and the Masters in Public Administration.
- University Aviation Association (1996), Academic review of the aviation program at the University of Alaska ‑ Anchorage, Team Leader.
- American Council on Education (1995). Additional accreditation visit to U.S. Air Force F‑15 and F‑16 Pilot School at Luke AFB, AZ for graduate credit evaluation of program.
- American Council on Education (1994). Accreditation visit to U.S. Air Force F‑15 and F‑16 Pilot School at Luke AFB, AZ for graduate credit evaluation of program.
- American Council on Education (1994). Accreditation visit to U.S. Air Force Weapons School at Nellis AFB, NV for graduate credit evaluation of program.
- Aviation Institute, University of Nebraska (1994). Evaluated faculty members, program development, and future directions for institute development.
- Visitation to the State of Qatar (1994). Development of the 1st Middle East Aviation Conference in Doha, Qatar. Preparation of budgets, program, accommodations, funding, and various administrative activities.
- American Council on Education (1993). Accreditation visit to U.S. Air Force F‑15 Instructor School at Tyndall AFB, FL for graduate credit evaluation of program.
- American Council on Education (1989). Accreditation visit to U.S. Air Force Reserve Reconnaissance School at Gorman AFB, ID for graduate credit evaluation of program.
- State of Qatar Civil Aviation College/Gulf States (1992‑93). Master Plan: Phase II and III Reports. Team member with responsibility to write curriculum sections in air traffic control, meteorology, airport management, flight, aviation management, and avionics as well as prepare sections on professional programs and extra curricular activities.
Professional Affiliations:
- Omicron Delta Kappa: National leadership honor society
- Alpha Eta Rho: International professional aviation fraternity
- Phi Delta Kappa: International organization of educator
- Epsilon Pi Tau: International honor society for technology
- Quiet Birdmen: National aviation society
- University Aviation Association: International collegiate aviation organization
- Council on Aviation Accreditation: International aviation accreditation organization