B. A. Colella, PhD, is a lifelong resident of Western Pennsylvania. He blends his extensive background in aviation and firefighting to craft Out of the Fire, a fast-paced, high-stakes tale of personal and professional adversity in an airport setting.

An avid runner, military history buff, amateur photographer, classic rock fan, and 1970s Chevy Camaro enthusiast, he enjoys visiting Pittsburgh’s many parks, coffee shops, libraries, and bookstores with his wife, Karen.