The first pilot who made flights invested in a county like Argentina, Jose Pineiro’s story is an inspiration for those who want to make a mark in the field of aviation and acrobatics. Being an owner of a soda factory in Sanxenxo, it wasn’t easy for him to set foot in the direction of pursuing his passion. However, he decided to give up everything. He bought an airplane for himself, attended a short course, practiced flights on his own, and finally performed his first acrobatics in 1973. There was no looking back for Pineiro since he continued to give magical performances one after another.

In order to honor the exemplary life led by Jose Pineiro, several books have been written about his exceptional skills in aviation, will, and determination. The Flight of the Seagull is one of the most popular books that talks about Jose’s life. Besides that, his two massive sculptors also stand tall at the beach of Silgar in Sanxenxo till date.

About Jose Pineiro

Born in the year 1878 in Mugardos, Jose Pineiro was the owner of a soda factory in Sanxenxo who later gave up everything to pursue his dream of becoming a pilot. He managed to buy an airplane somehow and dedicated most of his time to practicing flights. Over the years, he worked on his skills and in the year 1913, he performed his first acrobatics.

A number of books have been written glorifying Jose Pineiro’s struggle and achievements. One of the most popular books about him is called “The Flight of the Seagull”. Two sculptors of the great aviator stand tall at the beach of Silgar in Sanxenxo in an attempt to honor him.