Destined to Fly

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Destined to Fly – The Story of Ron Strauss retraces the extraordinary life of an ordinary boy from Iowa as he embarks on a journey filled with unknown adventures. This book details how Ron pursued his dream of becoming a pilot, leading to a 12-year military career in the United States Air Force. As a flight engineer, he logged 3,400 hours during the Vietnam War, transporting supplies and returning with fallen soldiers. His role as a pilot was pivotal in peacefully resolving a hijacking incident involving General Somoza in Nicaragua in 1974, during which he transported a political prisoner who later became Nicaragua's president. Ron also co-piloted the iconic Lisa Marie, Elvis Presley’s private plane, from 1975 to 1977. While his time with Elvis is notable, the narrative encompasses much more, offering insights into the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll as a leader. Elvis fans will discover new details about the Lisa Marie and the unique experiences of flying for the legendary musician. Hoedel examines Ron’s eight-decade journey, exploring the roots of his character and the motivations behind his successful aviation career. This timeless story resonates with themes of hard work, perseverance, dreams, love, life, family, and flying, inspiring both aviation enthusiasts and readers alike.