The Courage to Fly tells the story of Captain Wendy Yawching, a young Caribbean woman who follows her dream of becoming a pilot against all odds. Riveting and inspirational, this book is a MUST read for anyone who has ever had a dream that everyone else said was unattainable, for anyone who might be thinking that it's too late in life to switch gears. The message of Wendy Yawching's insightful, powerful story is clear: Yes, you can . . . at any age, any gender, any nationality, any time. Dreams CAN Come True! WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT THE COURAGE TO FLY “As I pored over Wendy Yawching’s book, it became apparent that ours was a shared mission: one to empower women and girls. ‘The Courage to Fly’ goes beyond being a well-written and engaging autobiography in which the author has the audacity to challenge what is perceived to be a man’s world. It is a lesson to all women and girls that not only must you make your dreams a reality but, once you embark on life’s journey, the sky is no limit. The book is a must read for all young women who have a dream. Let your life be a message to the world. Let it be inspiring.” —Sharon Clark-Rowley, LLB, LEC, partner M.G Daly & Partners, Wife of the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago “‘The Courage to Fly’ isn’t one of those books that merely encourages women to follow their dreams. Oh, no. Author Wendy Yawching doesn’t just talk the talk; she walks the walk, and her firsthand experience makes an electrifying difference. Society in the 70s expected—no, demanded—that females pursue traditional roles. Unfazed and against the odds, Yawching followed her unconventional dream of becoming a jet pilot. She describes the hurdles she overcame through determination, hard work, and struggle to become a captain. The underlying revelation she feels compelled to share is simple: Girls. Can. Do. Anything. Each chapter ends with a message and tips that reinforce this theme. Despite the book’s targeting females, males will find lots to intrigue them in this comprehensive inside look at what’s involved in becoming a jet pilot. Readers’ only complaint will be that they’ll wish the book was longer.” —Jeanne Mason, editor and author “ Riveting, powerful, inspirational, motivational , a must read for all. Captain Wendy Yawching shares her courageous, amazing and until now, enigmatic, guarded, almost controversial life. ‘The Courage to Fly’ tells the story of a fearless, legendary, adventurous, eco-warrior woman who finally reveals her life’s struggles and journey, in a time and period when girls should not dream of being in a boys’ world, when a small island Caribbean girl should not dare challenge the international realm. Yet she persevered, and conquered . . . achieving her dreams in a challenging and unforgiving era. Captain Wendy emphatically says, and has proven: Yes, you can . . . any age, any gender, any nationality, anytime. Dreams Do Come True! ” —Fareeda Hosein, Managing Director, Darkroom Designs, Print on Demand Ltd., Trinidad/Tobago