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Lt. Colonel Dan Rooney is a former collegiate golfer at the University of Kansas who commissioned as an officer in the Air Force, and he is now the only-ever fighter pilot/PGA professional. He is a Class A member of the PGA of America and also an F-16 fighter pilot. He was honored with the Spirit of Attack award as a top graduate of F-16 training and is a two-time recipient of the Top Gun award. He completed three combat tours of duty in Iraq and is a decorated aviator.
He is also the founder and CEO of Folds of Honor, a foundation providing educational scholarships for the families of fallen military members. In 13 years, Folds of Honor has awarded more than 29,000 scholarships worth more than $130 million.
Rooney released his latest book, “Fly Into the Wind: How to Harness Faith and Fearlessness on Your Ascent to Greatness,” in November 2020. His first book, “A Patriot’s Calling: My Life as an F-16 Fighter Pilot ,” released in February 2020.
Today on the podcast, Rooney shares his incredible story of being a fighter pilot and a PGA professional, why his purpose is to glorify God in all that he does, his best moment on the golf course, and the craziest thing he’s ever experienced as a fighter pilot.
This morning's views. Blessed to view God's glory over @AmericanDunes 🙏🇺🇸 @FoldsofHonor #americandunes #foldsofhonor #golf pic.twitter.com/wQ9VMN2MhS
— Lt Colonel Dan Rooney (@LtColDanRooney) March 2, 2021
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