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Pilot Attempting Around-the-World Flight Crosses Atlantic

Rutherford stopped in Reykjavík, Iceland, one of the first airports on her way around the world, in hopes of visiting 52 countries along the way. Icelandair/Courtesy FlyZolo
Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • Zara Rutherford, a 19-year-old Belgian pilot, is attempting to become the youngest woman to fly solo around the world.
  • She has successfully completed the challenging Atlantic crossing in her Shark Ultralight aircraft, a major milestone in her journey.
  • Her extensive global route includes stops across North America, the Caribbean, and Mexico, with plans to cross to Asia via the Bering Strait.
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Zara Rutherford wants to be the youngest woman to fly around the world solo, as FlyZolo. She has completed the Atlantic crossing, the first major hurdle along the way.

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