From Watching Planes to Leading NASA: The inspiring story of Ali Omar

[Deeq A.]

Mogadishu (HOL) — Ali Omar's journey from a small village in Uganda to becoming the Deputy Director at NASA's Langley Research Center is a story of ambition, perseverance, and adaptability. As a young boy in Kisubi, Uganda, Omar's fascination with aviation began as he watched planes take off and land from the nearby Entebbe Airport. This early interest set him on a path that would lead to remarkable achievements in aerospace engineering.

Source: Hiiraan Online