ALERT Photo: No injuries were reported after this small plane made an emergency landing on Davis Islands off Tampa, Fla. – @WFLA

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.