WMU Alumnus and Flight Instructor, USAF Fighter Pilot
WMU College of Aviation Hall of Honor Class of 2011
Jeff Haney graduated from WMU in 2002 as a standout member of the Sky Broncos Precision Flight Team. During his four years on the flight team, he earned numerous individual honors including Top Pilot in the region in 2001. In his senior year, Jeff was a team captain and voted outstanding team member while leading the Sky Broncos to their 2002 National Championship. Jeff served as a flight instructor for WMU before his acceptance into the United States Air Force for pilot training in 2003. Jeff received two Distinguished Graduate awards during USAF pilot training in addition to numerous other honors and distinctions. His superior skills and accomplishments earned Jeff coveted selections to fly both the F-15C Eagle and F-22 Raptor, two of the USAF’s top fighter aircraft. Jeff has exhibited exemplary leadership, character, integrity, and dedication to both WMU and his country. His lead-by-example manner, positive attitude and welcoming personality make him a respected and inspiring role model.