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Somerset County teen with scoliosis sworn in as pilot for day at 911th Airlift Wing

A dream came true for a Somerset County teen.

Samuel Olsavsky became a pilot with the 911th Airlift Wing for the day.

The 15-year old has scoliosis.

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On Tuesday, he was sworn in as an honorary Air Force Reserve second lieutenant.

Samuel got to experience parachute reality, taxi in a plane and see day-to-day operations.

"We're very fortunate and blessed to have these young men and women support the defense of our country, and we're very thankful to have our family here today," said Joel Olsavsky, Samuel’s dad.

Samuel also got to check out the "Navy Operational Support Center."