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Patricia Osborn created Huey’s Books to share her love of aviation with the next generation—starting with her niece, Eddy. Inspired by her own experiences, Patricia wanted to show young readers how MEDEVAC missions work and how the Army National Guard uses aircraft every day to serve communities here at home.

An aviator on both the military and civilian sides, Patricia holds an Airline Transport Pilot Multi-Engine certificate, Commercial Helicopter and Instrument ratings, and a master’s degree in Aeronautical Science with a specialization in Human Factors in Aviation. Her unique background brings authenticity and heart to every story she tells.

Patricia is the author of three books in the Huey’s Books series: The Ambulance That Could Fly, The Fire Truck That Could Fly, and The Spy That Could Fly, all designed to inspire curiosity, courage, and a love of flight in young readers.

The views expressed by patricia osborn are her own and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Army national guard, Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government

Eric Castleman is a professional illustrator out of Helena, Montana and illustrator of The Fire Truck That Could Fly. He's worked with Highlights Magazine, ChickenScratch Books, and is a featured artist at Domestika. His work tries to extend and olive branch to children about high quality art as people like Maurice Sendak and Chris Van Allsburg did for him as a child. See more of his art on his website or Instagram: @ericjcastleman

Illustrator of The Ambulance That Could Fly, Morrell has always had a fascination with aviation. His playful style was influenced by how-to-draw aircraft books from his childhood, and inspired by early Japanese cartoons, such as Speed Racer and Battle of the Planets.⁣

Creating art with both traditional and digital tools, Morrell has been commissioned by US Military aviation squadrons, pilots, and passionate aircraft lovers all around the world.⁣

Always wanting the most accurate detail in his art, including super-fun “little dude” pilots and crew, Morrell strives to bring joy and nostalgia to every piece he creates.⁣

Morrell lives with his wife and son in Michigan.⁣

You can see more of Morrell’s art on Instagram: @helo_1_aviationart

Tom has been apart of both The Ambulance That Could Fly and The Fire Truck That Could Fly; providing formatting and final design work after the illustrations and transcripts are complete. Having grown up within the aviation community, Tom has always been fascinated by flying things. Tom is currently a pilot with the Army National Guard and holds a Commercial helicopter and Certified Flight Instructor licenses.  

Tom's other passions include design and teaching.  After earning a masters degree in Architecture from Norwich University, he went on to practice architecture and became an adjunct professor.  

 You can see more of Toms work on his website.

Huey is the inspiration for the self-publishing company name and logo. He’s been around helicopters since he was 8 weeks old, and always loves visiting the hanger. For fun Huey loves mountain bike riding (running along side) and rolling in the grass. Look for Huey in the new book, The Fire Truck That Could Fly!