Let’s get the obvious out of the way: I was born without arms. I live my life by using my feet as my hands, and that’s precisely how I fly my Ercoupe. But I’m just one person with a disability who’s flown or aspired to be a pilot.
Flying Over Adversity: Aspiring to Be a Pilot
Key Takeaways:
- The author, born without arms, initially found her greatest obstacle to flying was not her physical condition but an intense, deep-seated fear of leaving solid ground.
- Despite her apprehension, she reluctantly accepted a flight invitation and a subsequent international speaking engagement requiring a longer flight, forcing her to confront her anxieties.
- The pivotal moment arrived when she was allowed to control an airplane with her foot, a profoundly empowering experience that transformed her fear into a passion, ultimately leading her to become the world's first licensed armless pilot.
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