Breaking Comfort Zones and Pushing Sky Limits with Kelli Weed

Discover how Kelli Weed's journey took her from the ground to the skies, overcoming challenges and celebrating triumphs along the way. Kelli shares her experiences in bush flying, her involvement with various aviation organizations, and her inspiring story of conquering self-doubt to pursue her dreams. Tune in for an uplifting episode about resilience and passion in aviation.

 

Key takeaways to listen for

• Kellie’s transition from sheep farming and biotech to aviation
• The main differences between typical flying and backcountry flying
• Challenges faced by women in aviation and how representation matters
• Importance of self-awareness and making safe choices in aviation
• Inspiring advice for the next generation of pilots and women in aviation

 

Resources

• Ninety-Nines
• Angel Flight West
• Elevated Access
• Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)
• Recreational Aviation Foundation (RAF)
• Civil Air Patrol
• Captain Jenny Beatty

 

About Kelli Weed

Kelli Weed is a Commercial Aerial Photography Pilot with EFS Geotechnologies, holding extensive qualifications, including Commercial AMEL/ASEL with instrument, tailwheel, and ASES ratings. She has amassed 900 total flight hours, with specific expertise in multi-engine, IFR, high-performance, and tailwheel aircraft. Beyond flying, Kelli serves as the Ninety-Nines Professional Pilot Leadership Initiative Captain and Chapter Chair and is a SkyWest Cadet. She volunteers actively with organizations such as Angel Flight West, Elevated Access, the Experimental Aircraft Association, the Recreational Aviation Foundation, and the Civil Air Patrol, demonstrating a deep commitment to the aviation community. 

 

Connect with Kellie

• LinkedIn: Kelli Weed
• Instagram: @kelliweed

 

Connect with Us

• Website: Angel Flight West
• LinkedIn: Alan Underwood 
• YouTube: Plane Success
• Instagram: @thealanunderwood
• Facebook: Alan Underwood