ALERT USN 7th Fleet: USS Sampson will remain on station as long as Indonesia feels it's providing useful assistance in search for missing AirAsia flight 8501 – @W7VOA

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.