Ohio – A man who viewed the “Rise Above” film decided that he could still follow his dream to become a pilot. He had started the process earlier in his life, but gave up after other things got in the way. After being inspired by the Tuskegee Airmen, he put a plan in motion to go back and find the funding to follow his passion!

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