Charles Colgan: Longtime Virginia State Senator and Founder of Colgan Ai
January 3, 2017
Charles Colgan was an American politician and businessman. Born on September 25, 1926, he served in World War II.
He founded Colgan Air and served in the Virginia State Senate for 40 years, representing the 29th district as a moderate Democrat. He briefly served as president pro tempore, and he retired in 2014. He was the longest-serving state senator in Virginia history until 2024.
Colgan died in hospice care in Aldie, Virginia, on January 3, 2017, at age 90.
Achievements: Virginia State Senator (1976-2014).
Birth: September 25, 1926.
Profession: Politician and businessman.
Interesting Facts: He founded Colgan Air.