Ronald Benjamin Pearce was born and raised in Sydney. He attended technical college in his early years, and worked and contracted in the building industry before taking on flying a...view moreRonald Benjamin Pearce was born and raised in Sydney. He attended technical college in his early years, and worked and contracted in the building industry before taking on flying as a commercial pilot. He flew aerial survey aircraft for seven and a half years in operations all over Australia, New Guinea and the Solomon Islands before moving to North Queensland and establishing his own air charter and air tour operation, as well as a building business. A lifetime of diversity and adventure has been enjoyed, with many stories gathered along the way.view less