With an initial intent to serve seven years, Hubbard’s career in the Air Force eventually led him to a commitment spanning 21 years.
“From the beginning I’ve always looked at a different side of aviation,” explains Hubbard. “Aviation is my art and is probably why I feel so fulfilled on many levels.”
As holder of the Clarence E. Page Endowed Chair within the College of Education, Hubbard boasts a remarkable career in aviation. His efforts are unfolding the complex realms of cockpit behavior and the roles mental health and stress play on pilot decision- making.
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“My interest lies with making sure our pilots avoid potentially dangerous decisions. Under stress we can react and think differently,” remarks Hubbard. “Our research focuses on how to intervene and change those risky behaviors.”
Since his appointment, Hubbard has published numerous articles and books focused on mental health and methods for predicting learning outcomes.
While his success drives research, his inspiration derives from a familiar name: Clarence E. Page. Hubbard also feels compelled to follow in that same legacy left by Page. |
“Page promoted aviation above and beyond what was expected and continuously raised the bar,” remarks Hubbard. “I feel a sense of service to give back to the aviation industry like Page, through my teaching, research and community service.”
Although excited about his numerous accomplishments, Hubbard humbly credits his success to the College of Education, specifically the professors in aviation.
“Continued research and development is a team effort,” states Hubbard.
In fact, without the foresight and team work of friends and business partners Charles Page and Rex Madeira, Hubbard’s research and accomplishments would not be possible.
Madeira and Page were aviation visionaries and shared a love for flight and the commitment to fund its ongoing advancement.
Prosperous business ventures and a philanthropic spirit led to the formation of the Clarence E. Page Foundation. After Page’s death in 1989, Madeira took over as president of the Foundation.
In 1991 Madeira played a central role in the creation of the Clarence E. Page Endowed Chair in Aviation Sciences to ensure research would continually benefit Oklahoma institutions in the advancement of aviation.
The decision to give back was no surprise to those who knew him best. Madeira, an accomplished aviation mechanic, had an enduring commitment to the industry and a strong interest in its continued development.
Wilma, his wife, remembers, “A man of such high spirits, loved to laugh and could light up a room with his smile.”
No doubt that same spirit transcended into his work.
“He touched so many lives, professionally and as a leader in his community,” explains Wilma. “We’re just pleased his work and generosity can be an inspiration and impact aviation today.”
Todd Hubbard’s work is a true example of the legacy Rex Madeira would be proud of today.
“My goal is to give back to the aviation community in the same profound manner as Mr. Page and Mr. Madeira. We share a common goal; to advance aviation education, business and promote air transportation as a life line to our Oklahoma economy. It has and will continue to be an honor to serve as the Clarence E. Page Chair.”
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