I had the pleasure of meeting him out at Oshkosh a few years back. My friends and I got to speak with him for about 10 minutes, and my impression of him was that he was one of the most gracious, friendly celebrities I have ever met.
Down to earth.
I got him to sign his book for me, which, oddly enough, I just pulled out and looked at on Sunday night for some reason. Don’t know why. Maybe now I know.
RIP Mr. Hoover, and thank you for everything...your service to your country, your thrills in your airshow, and your personable manner.
Sad to hear that. He used to fly an Aero Commander and did some crazy things with it. Rest well,sir.