St. Joseph of Cupertino, Franciscan mystic and the patron saint of pilots and air passengers.

 

He was born in Cupertino, Italy. After short stay with the Capuchins, he was accepted by the Conventual Franciscans at Grattela, where he received ordination in 1628. Though known for his reluctance in studies, he made it to the priesthood miraculously and demonstrated many gifts, including the ability to fly through the air about 70 ecstatic incidence was recorded.  Joseph's gift led him to be humble, patient and obedience. He died at Osimo and was canonized in 1767.