ALERT Photo: The FAA and NYPD are investigating an incident at LaGuardia airport after a Southwest Airlines plane had its wing damaged in an apparent collision with an American Airlines plane – @Ari_Be_Free

Melanie's aviation journey began at a young age, earning her first pilot certifications while still a teenager, before she ever held a driver’s license! As lead journalist at AIRLIVE.net, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the voice and editorial direction of the website. Her experience spans flight operations, air traffic coordination and emergency incident analysis.