Emma McDonald: How I Smashed Aviation’s Boys Club

Selema Masekela propels into the dizzying world of high-speed air racing with Air Race X pilot and aerobatic phenomenon, Emma McDonald.

Emma breaks down her incredible career pivot from pole fitness champion to elite world-class pilot, the legacy of her flying family, and the terrifying moment she hit an eagle while flying upside down at 200mph.

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00:00 - Introduction

03:16 Capabilities of a Race Plane

05:10 The 8G Experience

09:34 Gymnastics & Pole Fitness Origins