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Window World Jet Assists In Transport of Injured ServicemanNorth Wilkesboro, NC, December 2008 - Window World. Inc. joined forces with Veterans Airlift Command to provide free air transportation for Iraq War veteran, Corporal Zachary Briseno, as a part of his continuing rehabilitation. Briseno was flown from Wilmington, North Carolina to his home in Fort Worth, Texas, accompanied by his new service dog, Eve, who will help him with day-to-day tasks. Briseno lost both of his legs below the knees almost a year ago in an IED attack in Fallujah. "I know that corporate jet ownership has come under scrutiny of late," said Todd Whitworth, CEO of Window World. "We try to take every opportunity to use the good fortune of our company to support the community. Zac, and the other men and women in uniform today, embody the very highest ideals of American sacrifice and conviction." Briseno was joined on the flight by his son, Elijah and his mother, Mariana Rice. Johnny Johnston, senior pilot of the Window World aircraft, enjoyed the privilege of meeting Zach and his family on this voyage. "I had 23 years of military service, including flying Chinook helicopters during my tour in Vietnam," said Johnston. "To see the next generation step up and serve gives me tremendous pride." Briseno will continue his rehabilitation in Texas. He plans a career in law enforcement. Window World is partnered with Veterans Airlift Command on an ongoing basis.
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