Mandy Moore Honors Pilot Dad On His Last Day Of Work

Mandy Moore's father Don Moore, better known as "Captain Don" flew his last flight as a pilot with American Airlines Monday.

Captain Don has been a part of the company for over four decades and Moore took the opportunity to honor her dad for everything he has done.

“It’s the end of an era for our family. After 42 years at the company, he’s reached the mandatory retirement age (65) and he’s saying goodbye to a career that he’s always claimed felt more like a hobby,” Moore wrote on Instagram.

“To have spent 2/3 of your life at one job; to have raised 3 children and made a living doing something you’re so deeply passionate about is an absolute gift.”

“I hope you’re proud, Dad… because there are so many of us who sure are celebrating this milestone,” the new mom added.

“Can’t wait for your next chapter and all of the unfiltered grandpa time Gus is about to experience!! WE LOVE YOU!!!,” she wrote.

The "License to Wed" star added a few photos along with her heartfelt tribute, and the first picture is of the father-daughter duo seated in the cockpit.

Moore's parents divorced when she was 23. Her mom, Stacy, left Don for another woman, reports PEOPLE.

She has a younger and an older brother, both homosexual. In 2017, the star revealed that the family embraced their differences and loved each other unconditionally, making them "exceptionally close".

"Nobody is hiding who they are. There are no secrets in our lives. I love and support my mom and my brothers with my whole heart," she said at the time to PEOPLE.

"And nothing makes me happier than seeing anybody live their authentic self, and to choose love. If anyone can find love, I support it, I salute you and I celebrate that," she had added.