ALERT St. Louis County Police says FAA suggested temporary flight restrictions to police; at no time did police request that only media be kept out of Ferguson, Mo., airspace – @stlcountypd

Melanie 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.