As Arnie’s Army takes time out to reflect on the incredible career and life of one of golf’s most beloved figures, the aviation world is also mourning the loss of Arnold Palmer, 87, an accomplished pilot who served for decades as a steadfast ambassador for flying.
Aviation World Mourns Passing of Arnold Palmer
Key Takeaways:
- Golf legend Arnold Palmer, who passed away at 87, was also an accomplished pilot with a lifelong passion for aviation, serving as a steadfast ambassador for flying.
- Palmer began his piloting career in 1955, accumulating nearly 20,000 flight hours over 55 years, and famously circumnavigated the globe in a Learjet 36.
- He was a staunch advocate for business aviation, lending his celebrity to support the industry, and is being honored by the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) for his contributions.
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