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

corrections to keep the plane steady. Her father’s training was paying off. Her hands knew what to do, even when her mind felt overwhelmed.

“Altitude 15,000 ft,” Martin called out. “Air speed 350 knots.”

“Good. I’m going to continue descending to 10,000 ft, then level off and navigate to Eugene at that altitude.”

The minutes ticked by. Mia kept the aircraft continue reading …