ALERT Photo: A little over half of the American Airlines flights leaving Chicago's O'Hare terminal 3 tonight are canceled – @corybe

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.