ALERT Photo: Local police and officials meet with staff at the high school in Haltern, Germany, where 16 students and 2 teachers were booked on Germanwings Flight 4U9525 – @FRANCE24

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.