Heather Lennox

Heather Lennox is a faculty member in the Aviation Technology department at the Bailey College of Engineering & Technology, Indiana State University, where she contributes to aviation education through her extensive industry experience and academic credentials.

Her educational background includes:

• M.S. in Aviation Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (2006), with supporting areas of emphasis in Aviation Operations
• M.S. in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (1996), with supporting areas of emphasis in Aviation Aerospace Operations and Management

Her research and professional interests focus on practical aviation disciplines including aircraft operations, safety protocols, air traffic management, and aviation education. With active FAA certifications spanning over 30 years, her expertise bridges theoretical knowledge and real-world aviation applications, particularly in pilot training and dispatch operations.

She maintains critical professional credentials including FEMA's National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) certifications, alongside her foundational FAA licenses as Aircraft Dispatcher, Commercial Pilot, and Ground Instructor—essential qualifications that directly inform her teaching methodology and curriculum development.