Tony Grady, a retired U.S. Air Force officer, served his country from 1977 to 1997 and gained recognition as a test pilot and aerospace professional. He holds a bachelor's degree from the United States Air Force Academy (1977) and graduate degrees from both the University of Southern California and Air University (1984). During his career, Grady contributed to advancements in aeronautics and has been a member of the Society of Experimental Test Pilots and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. In 2024, he sought election to the U.S. Senate to represent Nevada but lost in the Republican primary.