David Norris asked a couple of questions.

how long had Joel worked/written for QST and how long had he been the managing editor?

Joel Kleinman served as QST Managing Editor for 11 years, from 2001 to 2012. Prior to that he had worked on QST as editorial and production supervisor for 10 years, from 1978 to 1988. He began his career on the ARRL staff in 1976. See October 2012, page 9.

Has there ever been a similar incident involving a sitting Managing Editor of QST anytime I the past?

In 1938 QST Editor Ross Hull was electrocuted in a tragic accident while whe was experimenting with television reception. See November 1938 QST, page 7. 73, Dave K1ZZ