Fly Into the Wind: How to Harness Faith and Fearlessness on Your Ascent to Greatness

Lt. Colonel Dan Rooney, an F-16 fighter pilot, American hero, Fold of Honor founder, PGA professional, and inspirational family man, delivers a motivational code for living to help ordinary people ascend to their highest level in life. His book, Fly Into the Wind, combines his fighter pilot stories with his discovery of faith and purpose to help readers achieve a philosophy he calls CAVU, which describes the perfect conditions for flying a fighter jet. Rooney's book will show how all of us are connected by God in more ways than we realize and that the path to fulfillment begins with changing ourselves to better one another.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 10 December 2020
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

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Lieutenant Colonel Dan Rooney is a genuine patriot who serves his country with courage and honor, as recognized by former President George H.W. Bush. As an F-16 fighter pilot, American hero, Fold of Honor founder, PGA professional, and inspirational family man, Dan Rooney offers a motivational code for living to empower ordinary individuals to reach their highest potential.

Part spiritual guide and part call to action, "Fly Into the Wind" blends Lt. Colonel Rooney's fighter pilot stories with his journey of faith and purpose. The book aims to help readers achieve a philosophy he calls CAVU, derived from the Air Force acronym meaning "ceiling and visibility unrestricted." CAVU symbolizes the ideal conditions for flying a fighter jet, where clear blue skies encourage pilots to spread their wings like supersonic eagles. In today's world characterized by identity politics, fractured racial relations, and external turmoil, Rooney's book explores how we are interconnected by God in ways we may not fully comprehend. It emphasizes that the path to fulfillment begins with self-improvement, aimed at bettering others.

On the surface, Lieutenant Colonel Dan "Noonan" Rooney appeared to be living the American Dream. He was an F-16 fighter pilot, PGA Professional, husband to his college sweetheart, and father of five daughters. His life should have been a blessing. However, a near-tragic mishap while piloting his F-16 set off a series of events that changed his course and left him filled with self-doubt.

Realizing that a jet takes off into the wind because it requires resistance over its wings to fly, Lt. Colonel Rooney's perspective shifted from resentment to humble introspection. He focused on the precise areas within his control and discovered that the key to success lies not in avoiding obstacles but in embracing them as opportunities for growth and learning.

Through his experiences, Lt. Colonel Rooney shares practical insights and actionable steps to help readers overcome challenges, cultivate resilience, and achieve their goals. He encourages readers to focus on what they can control, develop a positive mindset, and embrace the power of perseverance. "Fly Into the Wind" is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the boundless potential that lies within each individual.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 149 x 218 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780062966070