Erin Meinders

Erin Meinders is an Assistant Professor of Aeronautics at Columbus State University. With 25 years of experience as a pilot and flight instructor in the United States Air Force, she specializes in aviation education, aircrew training improvement, and tactical employment of airlift aircraft. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in Aviation to advance research in future air mobility solutions and aligns strongly with CSU's mission of academic excellence in a Christian environment.

• Education:
  • B.S. in Management, United States Air Force Academy (1997)
  • M.A. in National Security Studies, American Military University (2011)

Research Interests include aviation safety, aircrew retention strategies, and the development of advanced air mobility technologies. Her work bridges military aviation expertise with academic innovation.

Professional Background: Retired from the United States Air Force, she transitioned her leadership and instructional experience to academia, focusing on developing pilot training curricula and promoting three-dimensional thinking in aviation.