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Why I Fly: David Elliott - Super Guppy Flight Engineer
Inspired by 80s aviation films, David joined the Navy to make it into the cockpit. That journey led him to the crew of one of the world's...
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Oct 18, 2023
Why I Fly: Diana Trujillo - NASA Mission Control Flight Director
Diana came to the U.S. with a dream to be an aerospace engineer. With determination and hard work she realized that dream; helping land...
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Oct 4, 2023
Why I Fly: Steve Ritchey - Air Traffic Controller
Steve has served our airspace for his entire career as an air traffic controller. Now he gives us the low-down on the EAA AirVenture...
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Sep 20, 2023
Grace Lauderdale - Orion Spacecraft Simulator Manager
Just after immigrating to the United States, Grace watched the 1969 moon landing on television. After that, she knew she wanted a life...
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Sep 6, 2023
Why I Fly - Kelly Jost: Airport Design Engineer
Inspired by aviation history as a kid, Kelly found herself a place in the flying world as an Airport Engineer.....and learned to fly...
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Aug 23, 2023
Why I Fly: Mark Russell - NASA Research Pilot
At first, Mark pivoted away from science to fly for the Navy. Now he combines the two; flying for science with NASA. This "Why I Fly"...
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Aug 9, 2023
Why I Fly: Brandy Harris - Flight Attendant & Pilot
Brandy started her aviation life as a flight attendant. After learning more about the flight deck, becoming a pilot was the new goal....
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Jul 12, 2023
Matt Johnston - Flight School CEO
Matthew, a flight school owner and operator, found a career in aviation later in life. With a passion for teaching the up-and-comers, he...
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Jun 28, 2023
Teddy Tzanetos - Martian Helicopter Pilot
Following his dreams, Teddy learned to fly...on another planet. This "Why I Fly" story was made possible through a grant from the Ohio...
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May 31, 2023
Marc Frances - Aerospace Virtual Reality
A video gamer at heart, Marc found his way into the aerospace industry through the VR and AR world. He landed an internship at NASA,...
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May 18, 2023
Laura Humphries - Aviation Author
Growing up, Laura never knew she could have the aviation life. After making her own discoveries as a flight attendant and a pilot, she...
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May 4, 2023
Brooke Desrochers - Navy Squadron Commander
From flying worldwide to serving with a solid team, aviation is the life for Brooke Desrochers. Brooke joined the Navy in her youth and...
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Apr 20, 2023
Emily Applegate - Jump Pilot
Skydiver pilot Emily can’t get enough aviating. From A&P instructing to managing engine maintenance to flying air races, Emily has...
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Apr 6, 2023
Mel Williams - Flight Influencer
After accidentally taking the aviation technician path, Mel The Traveler decided to also fly planes, not just fix them. Along with being...
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Mar 23, 2023
Ivy McIver - Aviation Marketing
Always wanting to find a life in aviation, Ivy finally found one with Cirrus Aircraft. She works as the director of their SR Product...
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Mar 9, 2023
Josh Bixler - Aviation Content Creator
Josh has looked to inspire folks into the world of aviation his whole life. His show FliteTest is a platform that does just that. With...
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Feb 22, 2023
Why I Fly: Natalia Mcalee - Aviation Podcaster
Natalia began her aviation life with it roaring overhead...literally, living in Chicago's airliner flightpath. She now works in aviation,...
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Feb 9, 2023
Christina Rapenchuk - Aerospace Machinist
After family gave Christina a love of sci-fi space, she set out to find her career; creating the tools to help explore space….for real...
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Jan 12, 2023
Jenna Achtzehn - Delivery Pilot
Jenna’s passion for aviation led her to getting her license and now helping others into their own airplane….as a delivery pilot with...
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Dec 29, 2022
Gabriella Orme - Aircraft Welder
Student pilot and aviation enthusiast Gabriella has created her own company, working as an aviation welder! This Why I Fly was made...
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