About Skip Holm
Born 1944. Skip Holm is an American military officer.
Skip James Holm (born February 22, 1944) is a retired pilot who lives in Calabasas, California, USA.
Holm claims to hold the world record for combat flight hours: 1,172. He retired from the U.S. Air Force Reserve in 1992, with the rank of lieutenant colonel. He logged his combat hours flying F-105s and F-4s in the Vietnam War.
Holm participated in the Reno Air Races since 1981. Holm performed as stand-in pilot in The Right Stuff and Hot Shots!
Personal life
Holm was married to actress P. J. Soles from 1983 to 1998. They have a son named Sky (born in 1983) and a daughter named Ashley (born in 1988).
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Who is Skip Holm?
US Air Force officer
When was Skip Holm born?
Skip Holm was born on 22 February 1944.
What is Skip Holm's occupation?
Skip Holm is a military officer.
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Skip Holm is American.
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