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What is Barry's full name?
Barrington Irving
Where did Barry grow up?
Inner city Miami
Describe what growing up in Miami's inner city was like? (3 things)
There was a lot of crime, failing schools and poverty
Barrington Irving was the first African American to....
fly solo around the world.
"The only thing that sets you apart from CEO's in corner offices or scientists in labs is...
determination"
What age was Barry when the professional pilot came into his family shop?
15
What kind of store did his family own?
A bookstore
Why did Barry say he had never thought of becoming a pilot?
He didn't think that he was smart enough
What did the professional pilot do to inspire Barry?
He brought him onto a plane and let him sit in the cockpit
After meeting the pilot, what did he decide was his dream now?
To fly around the world
What did Barry do to practice his flight skills?
Bought a $40 flight simulation game
How many rejections did Barry get for sponsorship?
50
How much money did Barry have in his pocket when he set off?
$30
How many days did it take Barry to fly around the world?
97
What did Barry say made him the most happy when he landed back in Miami?
Seeing the small kids that were inspired by his journey
Who did Barry set up his organization for?
Middle and High School Students
