About the Owner / Driver
David G. Modder, Owner/Driver, Twin Lakes, Wisconsin
Dave’s interest in Jet Cars began at the age of fourteen when he watched his first jet car races at Great Lakes Dragaway in Union Grove, Wisconsin. Thoughts of ‘I’ve got to have one of those,’ materialized 22 years later when he became the Owner of the Dragon’s Fyre Jet Dragster. Dave can attest that if you never lose sight of your goal, and are willing to put in enough hard work, a dream can become a reality. Dave now has sixteen years experience in the jet car business and is acknowledged for a 100 percent run-completion rate and perfect safety record (over 700 exhibition runs).
Dave pays tribute to fellow jet dragster driver Bill Gnegy and credits his mentorship to the start of his success. Ancel Horton also was one of the drivers that Dave watched as a young man at Union Grove. It was a privilege to have Ancel and Bill sign off his Jet Exhibition license at the Texas Motorplex.
Dave and the Dragon’s Fyre Jet Dragster have been featured on ESPN, ESPN 2, Fox Sports Network, and Horsepower TV. Print media include HOT ROD Magazine, and IHRA Drag Review.
Dave’s ‘real job’ is Captain for a major airline and has been flying for over 26 years. Dave has flown everything from crop dusters to Lear jets, and has over 12,000 hours of flight time. Dave is also a Licensed Aircraft Mechanic certified to work on airframes as well as all types of engines.
Dave is also currently a volunteer Firefighter for Randall Township Fire Department in Kenosha County. Firefighting has been a passion for Dave since his early years of service in the mid-80’s in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin.
About the Owner / Driver
Barbara Bliss-Modder
Twin Lakes, Wisconsin
Barbara and Dave were recently married in June, 2011. Barbara is Owner of Showhomes North Shore-Barrington, a home-staging franchise. Barb is the ‘go-to’ person at the track…helps with the truck, makes all the food, sells shirts, pictures and makes Dave’s life at lot better. I could not have done this without her love and support.
Mike Boisvert
Delevan, Wisconsin
Mike has been a crewmember from just about the beginning. Mike is a Heavy Construction Supervisor. Mike also the owner/driver of the original BLUE MAX Funny Car. I crew for him…he crews for me…works great. More miles in the crew cab and motorhome than we care to remember…
Pam Mitchell
Pell Lake, Wisconsin
Pam has been a crewmember for 10 years. She is the owner of an Appliance Repair business in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin. Pam recently retired from the Wisconsin Air National Guard after 20 years of Service to her Country. A hard worker and super detail orientated.
Brett Singleton
Twin Lakes, Wisconsin
Brett has been a crew member for 8 years. Brett works with his Father as a Plumber at Lake Crest Plumbing in Silver Lake, Wisconsin. Brett is also a Commercial Pilot and Certified Flight Instructor.
Dieter Sturm
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Dieter built and hosted the original web site, and gave plenty help along the way. Dieter has worked in radio, television and additionally, many movies with his Snowmaker business. Always thinking of the next project, look for great things in the future for his businesses.
