S1 E9 - Michelle "MACE" Curran

S1 E9 - Michelle "MACE" Curran

Author: Women in Aviation International October 1, 2025 Duration: 28:21

Meet Michelle "MACE" Curran, a former United States Air Force fighter pilot with nearly 2,000 hours of F-16 flying time. Michelle “MACE” Curran channels her unique perspective into relatable storytelling in her newly published book The Flipside: How to Invert Your Perspective and Turn Fear into Your Superpower.

A WAI conference attendee and keynote speaker, Michelle’s lessons learned will empower you to make bold choices and find your inner courage. Follow her journey on Instagram @mace_curran. 

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