Highway to the Sky: An Aviator's Journey.

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  • Source:
    Publishers Weekly. 8/19/2024, Vol. 271 Issue 32, p107-107. 1/3p. 1 Color Photograph.
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    • Subject Terms:
      HIGHWAY to the Sky: An Aviator's Journey (Book); SOCIAL norms; AIR pilots; FLIGHT training; CAREGIVERS; PREJUDICES; FATHERS
    • Abstract:
      "Highway to the Sky: An Aviator's Journey" is an inspiring memoir by Lola Reid Allin, detailing her journey from a troubled childhood and strained marriage to becoming a commercial airline pilot in the 1970s. The book explores the challenges faced by women in a male-dominated industry and the personal obstacles Reid Allin overcame. It vividly portrays the societal norms and prejudices of the time, while also providing technical details and descriptions of flight training. This memoir serves as an inspiring tale for anyone facing obstacles in life or needing motivation to pursue their dreams. [Extracted from the article]
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