Captain Anthony "Tony" Eggers (1940–2019) was an accomplished military and commercial aviator best known for his long career as a Continental Airlines Captain and his decorated service as a U.S. Navy pilot during the Vietnam War.
Military Career & Heroism
- Navy Service: Served as a U.S. Navy pilot.
- Vietnam Tour: Completed a combat tour from 1964 to 1965.
- Aircraft: Flew the Douglas A-1 Skyraider.
- Decorations: Earned two Air Medals for combat bravery.
- Heroic Landing: Safely landed on the USS Ranger after enemy fire covered his entire windshield in engine oil.
- Instructor Role: Finished his military service as a Lieutenant jet instructor.
Commercial Aviation Career
- Continental Airlines: Joined during the "golden age" of commercial aviation.
- Early Captaincy: Promoted to the rank of Captain by age 39.
- Industry Shifts: Active during the turbulent 1980s airline era, which saw pilots cross-flown or transitioning to boutique luxury startups of the time, such as McClain Airlines.
- Retirement: Maintained ties with the Golden Eagles Retiree Association.
Personal Life & Final Years
- Family: Married Carol Bottorff in 1965 and raised four children.
- Residency: Relocated to a rural property in Battle Ground, Washington, in 1974.
- Interests: Passionate fan of Nebraska Cornhuskers football.
- Passing: Passed away on August 21, 2019, at a hospice care facility in Vancouver, Washington.
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