SIMPSONVILLE, SC, April 14, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Lawrence "Larry" Danner, CSP, has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Danner's distinguished career in aerospace engineering and safety spans more than five decades, marked by a steadfast commitment to advancing safety standards and technical excellence. Since 2004, he has served as the principal engineer of GE Vernova, where he applies his extensive expertise in aerospace engineering and safety to the design and operation of power generation equipment.

In his current capacity, Mr. Danner collaborates closely with designers to ensure that safety is integrated into every stage of equipment development, conducts rigorous safety analyses and challenges engineers to address potential hazards proactively. His responsibilities also include maintaining a comprehensive understanding of control systems and instrumentation, as well as representing GE during customer power plant process safety assessments.

A defining moment in Mr. Danner's career occurred in 2002 when his manager selected him to serve as GE's primary safety representative during international customer power plant process safety assessments. His reputation for technical mastery preceded him globally; upon arriving in New Delhi, India, for a critical assessment, he was informed that a customer he had never visited previously welcomed his expertise based solely on comments from other customers. This recognition underscores the respect Mr. Danner commands within the global engineering community.

Prior to his tenure at GE Vernova, Mr. Danner held the role of reserve wing commander at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee from August 2000 to July 2002. Promoted to full colonel in August 2000 and he developed a Reserve technology oversight program for the technology contractors at the base. From 1984 to 2000, he served as Reserve Liaison Officer to the Civil Air Patrol for the United States Air Force, facilitating communication between the Air Force and local Civil Air Patrol units and also supporting Civil Air Patrol Search and Rescue training activities.

Concurrently, from 1984 to 2000, Mr. Danner contributed as a system safety engineer at Pratt & Whitney, Government Engines & Space Propulsion. In this position, he was responsible for evaluating propulsion systems for military and space applications, identifying potential hazards and implementing robust safety protocols. He was also the lead safety focus for the Space Shuttle Main Engine upgrade program.

Mr. Danner's foundational experience was shaped by his service as an officer and pilot in the United States Air Force from 1972 to 1984. During this period, he achieved distinction by graduating fourth in his flight school class of 43 pilots, earning one of only four available fighter pilot assignments, and later serving as wing flight safety officer during his final two years of active duty. He led investigators for two major Air Force mishap boards and investigated 40 lesser incidents, experiences that solidified his expertise in crash investigation and aviation safety.

Two pivotal events further defined Mr. Danner's legacy: On July 20, 1980, he ejected from an F-16 after an engine failure during a practice bomb drop; on January 13, 1984, another engine failure during a maintenance test flight prompted him to apply his recent engine related crash investigation knowledge to successfully restart the engine mid-flight. This latter incident led a four-star general commanding him to rewrite the start procedure based on Mr. Danner's actions. As the first F-16 pilot to successfully use the emergency backup fuel control system, he was nominated for membership in the Order of Daedalians.

Throughout his career, Mr. Danner has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in aerospace engineering and safety, aircraft safety, crash investigation, power generation equipment safety, weapons safety and ground safety. He holds a patent for systems and methods for heat recovery steam generators hot purging, awarded in 2011 — a testament to his innovative contributions.

Beyond his professional titles, Mr. Danner's affiliations further reflect his dedication to advancing industry standards. He maintains active membership in several respected organizations, including the American Society of Safety Professionals, the International Society of Air Safety Investigators and the National Fire Protection Association. On a personal level, he is a member of the Reserve Organization of America, the Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association and the Tolkien Society.

Mr. Danner's academic background further supported his distinguished career. He pursued coursework in aerospace engineering at Northrop Institute of Technology in Inglewood, California, as well as occupational safety and health studies at Utah State University in Logan. He also completed graduate-level studies through the United States Air Force's Air War College and undertook additional graduate coursework in law, engineering and technology at the University of South Florida.

Complementing his formal education, Mr. Danner received specialized training at the U.S. Air Force Flying Safety Officers School, where he became a fully qualified aircraft crash investigator in 1982. He has held a Certified Safety Professional in Systems Safety designation from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals since 1986.

Mr. Danner attributes his success to intention and passion for safety, a deliberate purpose combined with genuine care for preventing harm that has guided his accomplishments across multiple disciplines. His journey began with childhood inspiration: At age 5, after witnessing a sonic boom and seeing a contrail identified by his father as belonging to an Air Force fighter jet, he resolved to pursue a career in aviation.

This early fascination led Mr. Danner to join Civil Air Patrol as a cadet in 1964 and in 1967 he had earned his private pilot's license through a Civil Air Patrol scholarship. He subsequently studied Aerospace Engineering at Northrop Institute of Technology while simultaneously attending Air Force ROTC classes at the University of Southern California. His efforts culminated in his graduation as a commissioned second lieutenant in 1972.

Complementing his professional pursuits, Mr. Danner has contributed significantly through civic engagement and leadership roles. These include his time as a task group chair developing the detailed text for inclusion in National Fire Protection Association Codes and Standards. He is also affiliated with the Reserve Organization of America supporting efforts to ensure the benefits provided to military reservists are properly aligned with their active duty affiliates.

Born in Vallejo, California Mr. Danner enjoys restoring vintage cars, building a two-seat Rutan LongEZ aircraft, attending car and air shows, judging concours-class car events, mountain trekking and reading literature. Looking ahead, he aims to complete construction of his two-seat Rutan LongEZ aircraft so he can return to flying while increasing his involvement within National Fire Protection Association technical committees that publish essential safety standards.

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