A Museum for All Abilities

The ‘We All Fly’ exhibition at the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum includes GA pilot stories.

Friday, November 11, 2022 at 11:23 AM ET

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The statement 'The big world of small planes is for everyone' encapsulates the theme of the 'We All Fly' Exhibition. [Courtesy: Patrick Chamberlain]

Key Takeaways:

The author attended the grand reopening of the National Air and Space Museum, highlighting the new "We All Fly" exhibition which features her story as a general aviation pilot with a disability to inspire others.
The museum's renovations place a strong emphasis on accessibility and inclusivity, incorporating diverse features like tactile experiences, closed captioning, and interactive exhibits to cater to visitors with various disabilities.
The author shares a personal triumph at the gala, feeling celebrated for her aviation achievements, and enthusiastically recommends the museum for its enriching and universally accessible experience of aviation history and future.

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A vital part of the aviation spirit in America has been missing for months, and it finally returned. And it’s better than ever.

Last month, the Smithsonian invited me to the grand reopening of the National Air and Space Museum. The new “We All Fly” exhibition includes my story and the stories of many other GA pilots. I am honored that my story of flying with a disability can show aspiring aviators that aviation is within reach.