Zara Rutherford made 68 stops along her historic journey. [Courtesy: FlyZolo]
Key Takeaways:
Zara Rutherford, 19, completed a 150-day solo flight around the world in a single-engine microlight, becoming the youngest woman and first Belgian to achieve this feat, and the first woman to do so in a microlight.
Her record-breaking journey involved 68 stops and faced numerous weather and operational delays, extending her trip beyond original estimates.
Rutherford's main goal was to inspire young women to pursue their dreams and help bridge the significant gender gap in aviation and STEM fields.
At 19 years old, Belgium’s Zara Rutherford (FlyZolo) has become the youngest woman to fly around the world solo in a single-engine airplane.
One hundred and fifty days after departing the Flanders International Airport (EBKT) in Belgium’s city of Kortrijk, and after 68 stops around the globe, Rutherford arrived home Thursday.
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Michael Wildes holds a master’s degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, and a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science, both from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Previously, he worked at the university’s flight department as a Flight Check Airman, Assistant Training Manager, and Quality Assurance Mentor. He holds MEI, CFI & CFII ratings. Follow Michael on Twitter @Captainwildes.
