Skies That Shaped Me: An Iranian Pilot and Political Prisoner's Memoir

Step into a gripping true story of exile, imprisonment, and one pilot's desire to make a difference.

The year is 1926. Born in a small village on the shores of the Caspian Sea, Hassan Albouyeh grew up with no cars, no running water, and no electricity. Inspired by his close-knit community and their deep religious beliefs, Hassan was raised with a burning desire to serve his country and leave a legacy. He joined military college to become a pilot for the Iranian Air Force - and while soaring thousands of feet above the rugged mountains of his homeland, he knew he'd found his calling.

But the early 20th century was a tumultuous time for Iran. As tensions rise and the political situation grows steadily more unstable, disaster strikes - Hassan finds himself framed for a crime he didn't commit and imprisoned by the Iranian regime. Even after his eventual release, he's exiled from his homeland, left to face the near-impossible task of rebuilding his life from scratch.

Through an inspiring and deeply moving tale of resilience, faith, and unending courage, readers will join Hassan Albouyeh as he shares his story, retracing his life from the small village of Siahkal to becoming a leading commercial airline pilot and flying to the furthest corners of the world. You'll discover a wealth of rich insights and reflections from a man who has overcome imprisonment and exile to leave behind a powerful legacy for himself and his family.