BYU Alum to Pilot Flyover | Salt Lake City News

BYU grad Jimmy Winegardner is finally getting his dream moment—piloting a KC-135 Stratotanker for a flyover before Saturday’s game against Arizona, after years of missed chances due to nighttime schedules. Inspired by 9/11 and shaped by his five years in ROTC, he credits BYU for preparing him not just for service but for life. He’s also optimistic about the Cougars’ season under Coach Kalani Sitake, joking “the sky is the limit.” And yes, he’ll be flying above the stadium—the guy who once watched Jimmermania from the sidelines is now commanding the skies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f512175e5cf629eb