Major General David W. Abba
Board Member, L&E Middle Prep Academy
Major General (Ret.) David W. Abba brings over 27 years of distinguished military leadership to the board of L&E Middle Prep Academy. A graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy with a degree in Human Factors Engineering, General Abba served in key command and strategic roles throughout his career, including as Commander of the 53rd Wing at Eglin AFB and Director of the F-35 Integration Office at the Pentagon. In his final assignment, he served as Director of Special Programs and the Department of Defense Special Access Program Central Office, where he oversaw highly sensitive operational and intelligence capabilities for warfighters worldwide.
A command pilot with more than 2,100 flight hours in a range of advanced aircraft, General Abba is a recipient of numerous awards, including the Defense Superior Service Medal and the Legion of Merit. He is a lifelong learner with multiple advanced degrees in national security and strategy, including from the Eisenhower School and MIT’s Seminar XXI program.
Now retired from active duty, General Abba leads his own consulting firm and is a devoted husband and father of five. His wife, Carla Abba, has been a dear family friend to the Bobo family for over 35 years—further strengthening the shared values and trust that guide our leadership. General Abba’s unwavering commitment to leadership, innovation, and educational excellence makes him a powerful supporter of L&E Middle Prep Academy’s mission to develop the next generation of thinkers, leaders, and change-makers.