Lynn Garrison
Lynn Garrison (born February 22, 1937) is a Canadian pilot and political adviser. He was a Royal Canadian Air Force fighter pilot in the 403 City of Calgary Squadron, before holding jobs as a commercial pilot, film producer, director and mercenary. Garrison has also accumulated a substantial collection of classic aircraft, flying many of these as well as organising their restoration and preservation. He participated in the Nigerian Civil War as a mercenary, assisting the military of Biafra.
Lynn Garrison | |
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| Nickname(s) | Shadow |
| Born | February 22, 1937 |
| Allegiance | Canada Biafra Haiti |
| Service/ | Royal Canadian Air Force
United Nations Emergency Force Biafran Air Force |
| Years of service | 1954–1964 |
| Rank | Wing Commander |
| Unit | 403 City of Calgary Squadron |
| Battles/wars | Nigerian Civil War |
| Awards | Paul Tissandier Diploma |
| Relations | Spouse: Carolle Tranchant 1994 - |
During the 1980s and 1990s, Garrison served in various political capacities, such as being an adviser to Haitian President Raoul Cédras and serving as Haitian Consul to the United States between 1992 and 2010. In his latter years, he has been increasingly active as an author as well as various charitable concerns. With regard to flying, Garrison is known for his oft-repeated comment, "If it has fuel and noise, I can fly it."