“The Plane Went Silent at 30,000 Feet — Until an 11-Year-Old Girl Took the Pilot’s Seat”

now. “I know how to fly.”

Several passengers turned to look at her. Some smiled sadly, thinking it was a child’s innocent claim. Others looked annoyed that a little girl was interrupting during a crisis.

“That’s sweet, honey,” an older woman said. “But this isn’t a game. Real pilots will help us.”

“I’m not playing,” Mia insisted, her voice rising. “My continue reading …