Laura Mayo is a lover of all things that fly, especially airplanes. “I have devoted most of my education and field experience to birds, and now I get to fly with them,” she says. Mayo earned a bachelor’s degree in fisheries and wildlife sciences from Oregon State University in 2017, and has worked and volunteered in this field since she was in high school.
Laura Mayo: A Lover of All Things That Fly
Key Takeaways:
- Laura Mayo, with a background in fisheries and wildlife sciences, embarked on an aviation career after a discovery flight, motivated by a love for flying and the need for a mobile career compatible with her husband's military service.
- She is currently a student at ATP's Nashville location, having earned her commercial pilot certificate and is set to begin flight instructor (CFI) training.
- Mayo aspires to fly for major airlines like Delta or UPS, or for government agencies conducting wildlife surveys, and encourages others to pursue aviation despite the demanding training and costs.
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