Col. Richard Esker ‘Jack’ Scott, Vacaville, Calif., professor of aerospace studies and commander of the Air Force ROTC at North Texas from 1968 to 1973, died Jan. 31. He directed the Flight Instruction Program for senior cadets and taught freshman and sophomore training classes. He also attended the university from 1969 to 1976 and taught courses in political science. He flew B-24 bombers over Germany during World War II and, after a brief airline job, rejoined the Air Force. His 30-year Air Force career included several years in the special operations field. After retiring, he worked as an instructor for the Federal Emergency Management Agency in Denton and for various area junior colleges.