Captain Laura Savino, author of Jet Boss, on her warm welcome and teenage rebellion in general aviation, finding her way to the airlines via Purdue University and a lot of aviation grunt work, medical setbacks as a pilot, and motherhood in aviation

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In this interview with airline pilot and author of the book Jet Boss: A Female Pilot on Taking Risks and Flying High, Laura Savino talks about her journey from her traditionally gendered childhood to teenage rebellion in general aviation, through Purdue University, and to the airlines. Laura's story is so entertaining and funny, while also filled with important life and aviation lessons--it's a book I consistently highlight in my presentations to teens at the same time that it's an inspiration to adult pilots and general audiences. 

 

You can find Laura on her website https://laurasavino747.com

 

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