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Make-A-Wish grants 10-year-old boy’s wish of being a fighter pilot for the day

10-year-old becomes fighter pilot for the day thanks to Make-A-Wish (Carianne Luter, News4JAX)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A 10-year-old’s wish to become a fighter pilot came true on Thursday at Jacksonville International Airport.

Easton, who has a blood disorder and was given the opportunity by Make-A-Wish, got to go inside an F-15C Eagle.

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Easton and his mother also toured the hangar, tested out aircrew equipment, and explored the air traffic control tower.

The fighter pilot who worked with Easton said he’s a natural!

Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Click here to learn more.


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