Aviator Bob Hoover to receive Order Of Saint Michael Today
California Desk
November 19, 2008
Aviation and flying icon, Robert A. "Bob" Hoover will be installed into the prestigious Order of St. Michael from the Army Aviation Association of America. Pilot extraordinaire, Bob Hoover will receive the Gold Order, which is the highest level of this award, at a luncheon today at the Proud Bird Restaurant near LAX Airport.
Bob joined the Tennessee National Guard right before World War 2 and received his wings in 1942. He flew Spitfires for the Army Air Force before being shot down and spending almost a year and half in a German POW camp. After the war, he tested captured Japanese and German aircraft. In 1950, he began a 36-year association with North American Aviation and Rockwell International. Bob continued his extensive flying career by testing and evaluating many different versions of airplanes. His experience as an aerobatic pilot and test flying various experimental aircraft is unparalleled in the history of flying. He has also earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and Purple Heart. For all his achievements, the Army Aviation Association has selected Hoover to receive the Order of St.Michael.
The Order of St.Michael recognizes individuals who have contributed significantly to promotion of Army Aviation and have served with distinction. The legendary image of Saint Michael defeating the dragon exemplifies the bravery and swiftness associated with aviation on the battlefield and airmanship and is an appropriate symbol of excellence within Army Aviation and the flying community.
The Army Aviation Association of America is the professional organization that supports the United States Army Aviation Soldier and Family.
See www.quad-a.org for more details about AAAA.
Bob joined the Tennessee National Guard right before World War 2 and received his wings in 1942. He flew Spitfires for the Army Air Force before being shot down and spending almost a year and half in a German POW camp. After the war, he tested captured Japanese and German aircraft. In 1950, he began a 36-year association with North American Aviation and Rockwell International. Bob continued his extensive flying career by testing and evaluating many different versions of airplanes. His experience as an aerobatic pilot and test flying various experimental aircraft is unparalleled in the history of flying. He has also earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and Purple Heart. For all his achievements, the Army Aviation Association has selected Hoover to receive the Order of St.Michael.
The Order of St.Michael recognizes individuals who have contributed significantly to promotion of Army Aviation and have served with distinction. The legendary image of Saint Michael defeating the dragon exemplifies the bravery and swiftness associated with aviation on the battlefield and airmanship and is an appropriate symbol of excellence within Army Aviation and the flying community.
The Army Aviation Association of America is the professional organization that supports the United States Army Aviation Soldier and Family.
See www.quad-a.org for more details about AAAA.
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