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Hidden Runways

Step aboard a journey through the skies with Hidden Runways, the captivating memoir from veteran aviator Len Curreri. With more than six decades in aviation—from Navy service during the Vietnam War to flying music legends like Jimmy Buffett—Len shares thrilling accounts, near-miss adventures, and intimate moments from the cockpit.

More than a flight log. More than a philosophy. Hidden Runways is a powerful journey through the unseen side of aviation, where real stories take flight far from the headlines.

From moments of quiet courage to lessons written in the sky, this book uncovers the heart of an industry most only glimpse from 30,000 feet. Whether you're a pilot, a dreamer, or simply crave a story with altitude, Hidden Runways will leave a lasting mark.


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  • “Len Curreri’s aviation career encompassed the best years of Business Aviation. His contributions to that special segment of air transportation establishes him as one of the community’s most significant and highly knowledgeable leaders. Readers of Hidden Runways are in for a special treat.”

    Jack Olcott, former president of the National Business Aviation Association, Inc.

  • “Pilots, by their very nature, are well-traveled, daring, curious and adventuresome. Flight brings them together like a tightly knit family because they understand how lucky they are to experience the world in true three dimensions and they respect what it takes to master flight. Hidden Runways takes us on Len’s journey through his remarkable civil aviation flying career and his varied life experiences, sharing the cockpit with, among others, Jimmy Buffet, one of the most interesting and talented icons of our time. This is more than just story telling. It’s about insights developed over decades of seeing much of the world like few others see it — from above.”

    Bob Stangarone, CEO of Corporate Angel Network (CAN)

  • “I have known Len Currerri for twenty plus years. We first met in 2004 when I was flying alone in the backseat of the Falcon 50 going from Fort Lauderdale to Marathon, Florida to pick up writer Carl Hiaasen. We continued onto Key West for a meeting with his boss Jimmy Buffet to confirm our deal of making the movie Hoot here in Florida. Along the way, I’ve been in many airplanes with Len. He is a true professional all the way, with many type ratings and extensive aviation experience. He will share insights and good stories into places that many of us have never touched down.”

    Wil Shriner, comedian, director of Jimmy Buffett’s film Hoot, and pilot for over 40 years

  • “In Hidden Runways, Len Curreri shares unforgettable stories shaped by his deep love of family, flight, and friendship—refined over nearly 60 years in the skies and among lifelong friends. I spent countless hours flying with Len, and his humor, integrity, and calm expertise shine through every page—especially in his adventures with JB, perhaps his closest friend and most challenging “student boss. A true tribute to a life built on passion, professionalism, and connection.”

    Dave Hurley, former chairman of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

  • “I have known and flown with Len since 1991 so a long time. I remember our first meeting sort of a get to know each other, Len asked about my history. I said I started out as a door gunner in Vietnam. He asked did you ever get shot down? I said yes ! He replied must not have been a good one! His sense of humor has been that way from the beginning of our friendship. Len was a Naval officer in the USS Constellation patrolling Yankee Station during the early bombing campaign of North Vietnam. A number of his Squadron mates became POWs during his tour and this had a significant impact on his life going forward. I know Len's love of aviation and aviation history is only second to my own. We had temporary duty in the UK for a number of weeks flying out of Lutton, we traveled to every conceivable aviation museum. Len’s most famous assignment was flying for and with Jimmy Buffett I know this to be his most rewarding. Read the book. It is a remarkable journey of Pilot and my friend.”

    Dave Cassalia