Meet the Pilot
Nathan K. Hammond
Nathan hails from Rhinebeck, New York, where his fascination with aviation and career path in aerospace were ignited by the aircraft and airshows of Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome. At just 16, he soloed his first plane, and by 17, he had obtained his pilot’s license. With over 8,000 flight hours under his belt, Nathan has piloted everything from 1917 Curtiss Jenny’s to Cessna Citations. His journey with airshows began in 1998 when he started flying the DeHaviland Chipmunk, now known as the GhostWriter, swiftly mastering the intricacies of skywriting and airshow performances. Today, Nathan commands the GhostWriter in both daytime and nighttime airshows across North America and continues to leave his mark in skywriting. In addition to his Commercial pilot rating, he holds an Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic certification.
The Team
Kelley Hammond
Kelley plays a crucial role at GhostWriter Airshows, managing all business logistics and daily airshow operations. Affectionately dubbed the "GhostWirer," Kelley is responsible for preparing the 250 pounds of pyrotechnics used in Nathan's show. Additionally, she oversees operations at our GWA merchandise online store.
Alex Jameison
In 2021, Alex became part of GhostWriter Airshows, taking on roles as a Crew Chief and Ferry Pilot. He is also frequently behind the controls of our photo plane at various airshows across the country. Beyond his commitments to the team, Alex contributes his flying skills to the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome Museum and holds the rank of Captain in the airline industry.