Dr David Styles -
David also wrote many articles and papers for presentation on aviation subjects, particularly for the Naval 8 / 208 Squadron Association. He was a Life Vice-
On hearing of David’s sudden death on 5 January 2015, the US Jimmy Doolittle Centre wrote:
Not a day went by that he didn't greet you with a smile on his face, a firm handshake, and then ask you how your day was going. David always had history and the preservation of it, a priority in life. It showed not only by his authored penmanship, but by the numerous project contributions he made over the years to the Travis Heritage Center and the Jimmy Doolittle Center. David will be dearly missed. Please keep his family in your prayers as they go through this tragic time. Godspeed David!
featuring historical artifacts and an educational program. He has also focused more on his publishing career, which has seen him create and produce 22 books, including the Cugnot Award-
Styles' passion for the industry he has served and the people he has educated has been recognized many times over with prestigious awards, including: the Percy Riley Trophy and the Arnold Farrar Cup from the Riley Register; the Bob Currie Memorial Award twice from the Vintage Motor Cycle Club Limited; gold, silver and bronze medals from the International Automotive Media Conference; and an award of distinction from the Society of Automotive Historians. Who's Who named him "Professional of the Year" in 2010 for his work in vocational education. He earned a Ph.D. in business administration and automotive history and an MBA, and holds UK qualified teacher status.
But to conclude with Phil Styles’ eulogy to his father: it was glaringly apparent how deeply David moved people and how well respected he was. Clearly, he made a significant contribution to all of the various organisations with which he was involved, and was appreciated deeply. The world will certainly be empty without him here.
