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Carlen Pettit is not just any pilot; her resume speaks volumes. With an array of aircraft as her domain—from the Boeing 727 to the A350—she has flown for airlines such as Coastal Airways, Braniff, and Northwest Airlines. Beyond her impressive flying experience, she holds a PhD and two master’s degrees and is an accomplished author, having penned several books on aviation safety and even fictional thrillers.
Outside the cockpit, she is a dedicated family woman, the mother of three daughters and a grandmother to eight grandchildren. Living in Seattle with her husband of over 40 years, Pettit is committed to promoting safety in aviation and mentoring aspiring aviators of all ages.