In Memory of Navy Veteran, WA/DL Capt. Michael D. McGibney

From friends and family we have learned of the passing of retired Western/Delta pilot Captain Michael David McGibney, age 79.  Mike joined Western Airlines on 02-12-1973 and retired from Delta Air Lines.  He was based SLC and LAX.

Michael David McGibney, 79 years young, passed away unexpectedly while working out in his home gym on May 31, 2023. A Carmel native, born in the old Carmel Hospital on March 5, 1944, he attended local schools, graduating in the CHS class of ‘61. He attended Santa Rosa Jr. College and graduated from San Jose State with a degree in aeronautical engineering. He proudly served as a Top Gun fighter pilot in the Navy’s 7th Fleet. After the Navy, Michael flew for Western and Delta Airlines, retiring after 40 years. He was an avid runner, loved the outdoors, and was a dedicated husband and father. He leaves behind 4 siblings, 3 sons, 4 grandchildren, and a loving wife.

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