Many people may not remember Tammie Jo Schults’ name, at least not at first. But they’ll make the connection quickly enough when they learn she was the captain on board a Southwest Airlines flight in April 2018 when the left engine exploded in flight at 32,500 feet.
Southwest Airlines Pilot Releases Inspiring Book for Both New and Old Aviators
Key Takeaways:
- Tammie Jo Shults, captain of Southwest Flight 1380, successfully landed the plane after an engine explosion and cabin decompression, saving 148 lives.
- Her new book, "Nerves of Steel," details the challenges of the emergency landing and her personal struggles and perseverance in becoming a pioneering female naval aviator despite multiple rejections.
- The book highlights how her early life and rigorous training prepared her for the crisis and also has a young reader edition aimed at inspiring bravery and dedication in children.
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