A Patriot's Calling

My Life as an F-16 Fighter Pilot

De: Lt. Colonel Dan Rooney

Narrado por: Lt. Colonel Dan Rooney, John Pruden

A decorated fighter pilot and PGA professional tells the story of his life and service - to both his nation and others - in this remarkable memoir that is a stirring record of faith, patriotism, family, philanthropy, and golf.

What does it mean to be a patriot? For Oklahoma native Dan Rooney, it is someone who not only puts his life on the line for country, but who opens his heart and mind and seeks to build a life that embodies the purest and most concentrated essence of himself. For many, Rooney is the model of a patriot: as an Air Force pilot who deployed to Iraq, serving three tours of duty; as a professional golfer who established a nonprofit foundation awarding thousands of scholarships to the children of fallen and disabled veterans; as the father of five daughters; as a man of faith, whose copilot, both in the skies and on the ground, has always been God.

A Patriot’s Calling is his autobiographical journey through some of the most character-defining moments of his awe-inducing life and career. "On my third tour of duty in Iraq as F-16 fighter pilot, I felt a powerful calling from God to share the miraculous fusion of people and experiences uniquely placed along my journey. During my reflection, I began to understand how the forces of synchronicity had shaped my life. Synchronicity, or, as I like to call it, 'chance with a purpose,' is all around us. These encounters with God’s messengers are the sign-posts along the road of life guiding us toward our essence." A Patriot’s Calling illuminates Rooney’s true essence - and offers guidance and inspiration for us all.

©2020 Lt. Colonel Dan Rooney (P)2020 HarperAudio

Inspiring and uplifting, full of purpose!

I wanted to listen to this book because I am in training to become a pilot and was looking for inspiring stories to make sure I was on the right path. I have been a full- time professional musician for the past several years and have struggled feeling like I was on a path of selfish pursuit. This book helped me to realize that I can have balance in my life, enjoy both my passion of flying as I seek to use it to earn a living and drive others, while using my passion and talents in music to uplift myself and others, while striving to achieve excellence in both. Thank you Lt. Cool Rooney.

A story worth reading.

Though I liked his other book, Fly Into the Wind, better than this one, I enjoyed the stories he shared. He makes you feel very patriotic as you hear the veterans ' stories. He has done a great service for the families of soldiers wounded or killed
in service to our country. it makes me very proud of my five brothers who have served. I highly recommend both his books! I bought six of his books to share with my own children and one to pass around to my friends. I even bought the audible version of the book to hear his story in his voice.