Non-Typical Solutions Report post Posted November 18, 2016 Major Dan Rooney Returning home from his second tour of duty in Iraq, Major Dan Rooney, an F-16 fighter pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard, became painfully aware of the reality families face when a loved one in uniform is killed or wounded. As his flight landed in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the pilot announced they carried the remains of Corporal Brock Bucklin on board, asking all passengers to respectfully remain seated while his casket deboarded.Major Rooney watched as Corporal Bucklin’s twin brother walked somberly alongside the flag-covered casket to meet his family. Among them was the deceased Corporal’s young son, Jacob. Major Rooney ached as he thought of his own wife and little girls. Seeing the other side of war through the eyes of Jacob, was life-altering. Sadly, over half the passengers had disregarded the pilot’s request and deboarded. Major Rooney decided he had to do something. Not only would he pay tribute to American soldiers and their families, he would live as a reminder among civilians that it is our duty to honor the sacrifices of those who preserve the freedoms we so easily take for granted.Major Rooney committed to spend his life changing the future of America’s grieving spouses and children. In 2007, he formed the Folds of Honor Foundation; a 501C-3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities to the families of these heroic Americans.When Major Dan Rooney was asked about his approach to raising his own children he said:Every morning I ask my children what day is it! “The best day of my life!”Why? “Because it is the only one I’ve got!”Second question!Which way does an airplane take off?Into the wind! Preparing for the resistance in life that is there for a reason.It is required for our dreams to take flight.Life is never going to be easy so embrace those head winds because it is Gods way to lift you up!Major Dan RooneyFighter Pilot 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Browns Report post Posted November 18, 2016 That's a great reminder, thank you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnSWA Report post Posted November 18, 2016 Thanks, Jeff! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke-BE Report post Posted November 18, 2016 Last ASU game Utah vs ASU during the national anthem some people were be disrespectful . A group of people in front of them turned around and yelled "Shut Up". They piped up!! Thanks for sharing Major Dan Rooney. Plus im a little bias the F-16 is my favorite jet and still kicks the crap out of F-15 and F-22 in a (Visual) dog fight. (thats what the fighter pilots say) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Edge Report post Posted November 18, 2016 Major Dan Rooney Returning home from his second tour of duty in Iraq, Major Dan Rooney, an F-16 fighter pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard, became painfully aware of the reality families face when a loved one in uniform is killed or wounded. As his flight landed in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the pilot announced they carried the remains of Corporal Brock Bucklin on board, asking all passengers to respectfully remain seated while his casket deboarded. Major Rooney watched as Corporal Bucklin’s twin brother walked somberly alongside the flag-covered casket to meet his family. Among them was the deceased Corporal’s young son, Jacob. Major Rooney ached as he thought of his own wife and little girls. Seeing the other side of war through the eyes of Jacob, was life-altering. Sadly, over half the passengers had disregarded the pilot’s request and deboarded. Major Rooney decided he had to do something. Not only would he pay tribute to American soldiers and their families, he would live as a reminder among civilians that it is our duty to honor the sacrifices of those who preserve the freedoms we so easily take for granted. Major Rooney committed to spend his life changing the future of America’s grieving spouses and children. In 2007, he formed the Folds of Honor Foundation; a 501C-3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities to the families of these heroic Americans. When Major Dan Rooney was asked about his approach to raising his own children he said: Every morning I ask my children what day is it! “The best day of my life!” Why? “Because it is the only one I’ve got!” Second question! Which way does an airplane take off? Into the wind! Preparing for the resistance in life that is there for a reason. It is required for our dreams to take flight. Life is never going to be easy so embrace those head winds because it is Gods way to lift you up! Major Dan Rooney Fighter Pilot I too saw Maj Rooney's interview this morning. What an inspirational man, he had me looking into his charity with "High speed, Low drag." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Non-Typical Solutions Report post Posted November 18, 2016 Major Dan Rooney Returning home from his second tour of duty in Iraq, Major Dan Rooney, an F-16 fighter pilot in the Oklahoma Air National Guard, became painfully aware of the reality families face when a loved one in uniform is killed or wounded. As his flight landed in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the pilot announced they carried the remains of Corporal Brock Bucklin on board, asking all passengers to respectfully remain seated while his casket deboarded. Major Rooney watched as Corporal Bucklin’s twin brother walked somberly alongside the flag-covered casket to meet his family. Among them was the deceased Corporal’s young son, Jacob. Major Rooney ached as he thought of his own wife and little girls. Seeing the other side of war through the eyes of Jacob, was life-altering. Sadly, over half the passengers had disregarded the pilot’s request and deboarded. Major Rooney decided he had to do something. Not only would he pay tribute to American soldiers and their families, he would live as a reminder among civilians that it is our duty to honor the sacrifices of those who preserve the freedoms we so easily take for granted. Major Rooney committed to spend his life changing the future of America’s grieving spouses and children. In 2007, he formed the Folds of Honor Foundation; a 501C-3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities to the families of these heroic Americans. When Major Dan Rooney was asked about his approach to raising his own children he said: Every morning I ask my children what day is it! “The best day of my life!” Why? “Because it is the only one I’ve got!” Second question! Which way does an airplane take off? Into the wind! Preparing for the resistance in life that is there for a reason. It is required for our dreams to take flight. Life is never going to be easy so embrace those head winds because it is Gods way to lift you up! Major Dan Rooney Fighter Pilot I too saw Maj Rooney's interview this morning. What an inspirational man, he had me looking into his charity with "High speed, Low drag." His interview is what I caught this morning too....I had to find the story and print it up to send to my son so I figured it was worth repeating on CWT. I liked his "High spee, Low drag" as well. It is hard to figure how a group of people on an airplane counldn't take the time to be respectful to one and his family for their sacrifice, it shoulda been dead silent on that plane!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZHog Report post Posted November 18, 2016 Thanks for sharing! Didn't see his interview this morning, but heard his story when he was the commencement speaker the 2014 GCU graduation. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
