Angel Flight 44: The True Story of Two Dedicated Pilots, a 60-year-old Airplane, and the Amazing Hurricane Katrina Mission That Birthed a New Aviation Ministry

by Glen Hyde, Rich Vermillion

The abridged edition, Angel Flight 44: A True Story, is now a WINNER OF A 2008 ANGEL AWARD from Excellence in Media. History is filled with stories of adventure. This account, however, also includes the unmistakable presence of the Hand of God. This edition, Angel Flight 44: The True Story of Two Dedicated Pilots, a 60-Year-Old Airplane, and the Amazing Hurricane Katrina Mission That Birthed a New Aviation Ministry, is a book born out of flight missions that saved countless lives by the grace of God. In the midst of the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, storm-ravaged residents of Louisiana cried out to Heaven for help. Love's answer to their prayers soon descended from the heavens.in the shape of a very big airplane. The miraculous adventure of humanitarian relief that pilot Glen Hyde and copilot Denny Ghiringhelli experienced is a remarkable tale of mercy in the face of catastrophe, and the love of God expressed through His supernatural intervention. Two world-renowned ministries partnered with a veteran aviator and his Douglas Super DC-3, an American Airlines 767 captain, numerous corporations, and a storm-wearied pastor in Slidell, Louisiana, to obey a call from God to help hurting people. Yet, this relief mission also forever changed the lives of the volunteers themselves. The testimony of this adventure has already warmed the hearts of millions. Now revealed within the pages of this book, this inspiring story should similarly bless you. ABOUT THE GLEN Glen Hyde is a veteran aviator of more than forty years. He began his aviation career as an agricultural pilot and later served his country as a United States Marine Corps fighter pilot. He has worked as a commercial aviator for airlines and air freight companies; is a flight instructor and licensed A&P mechanic; has built, restored, and flown vintage aircraft; and owns a successful airport in North Texas, which is home to over 500 general aviation aircraft. His most rewarding accomplishment to date, however, is flying the remarkable Hurricane Katrina and Rita relief missions with copilot Denny Ghiringhelli-the story of Angel Flight 44. RICH Rich Vermillion is an ordained Spirit-filled Christian minister, public speaker, and author. In addition to writing the accounts contained in Angel Flight 44, he has also penned other inspiring Christian books. Rich has appeared on local, national, and international television programs; and has been interviewed on hundreds of radio stations around the United States and Canada. A dynamic speaker, Rich has also ministered in numerous churches and conferences, some with audiences ranging upwards to thousands in number.

236 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first 84 pages is about how Glen Hyde and his Super DC-3 airplane became involved in the Hurricane Katrina relief effort. There is a chapter about how Super DC-3 aircrafts came to be. The rest of the chapters are side stories of people involved directly with Angel Flight 44; a section about Operation Blessing International and their disaster relief work; additional information about Kenneth Copeland Ministries involvement with Angel Flight 44; and a few chapters by Kenneth Copeland about Hurricane Katrina and relief work.

What I liked best about this book is the section on Glen Hyde preparing his plane and the initial involvement in the relief work. It was very interesting and inspirational.

I was surprised that the book never mentioned how Angel Flight 44 got its name. It is mentioned how 44 meant something to Pastor Larry Roques but nothing about how the number was chosen for the name. I found it puzzling that the reason behind the name was never explained.

In book Glen Hyde mentions contacting someone he knew in the Marines who is now 2nd in command. He spoke with someone in his office and leaves a message for his friend. Later, he uses this connection to keep using the Slidell Airport when the Marines tell him they are taking over. Throughout the story I wondered if his friend ever called him back.

Overall I think this is a good book to read for those interested in Christian ministry relief work.

[Nancy Shaffer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rises to the top in my "best books ever read" series.

[SouthWestZippy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Taken from the front cover:"The true Story Of Two Dedicated Pilots, a 60 yer old airplane, and the amazing Hurricane Katrina Mission That birthed a New Aviation Ministry. " Pilot Glen Hyde and copilot Denny Ghiringhelli delivered free medicines, flood and relief supplies to victims of hurricane Katrina.
If you are into aviation then the first few chapters are for you. It does get preachy but it a book about ministry work so it is to be expected. Very open and honest on what went wrong and what went right on their efforts. Some very eye opening accounts on what happen before, during and after the Hurricane.