Michelle Curran, known by her call sign “Mace,” served 13 years on active duty in the U.S. Air Force flying fighter jets, including three years as a solo pilot with the Thunderbirds. At #NBAA2025 in Las Vegas, she will appear on Oct. 14 as part of the Flight Deck — NBAA’s interactive stage where leading voices in aviation address the industry’s most important issues. Curran’s panel will focus on leadership, resilience and navigating change, drawing on her experience as a fighter pilot and as one

In an interview for the Bethpage Federal Credit Union Air Show, Air Force Thunderbirds #5 lead solo Maj. Michelle "Mace" Curran and two of her crew, Staff Sgt Jessica Englishbee and Tech Sgt Kristyne Pierson talk to Stephanie Stricklen what it means to have a female crew and the level of trust between pilot and crew. ABC7NY Lockheed Martin Flying Magazine United States Air Force #airshowsareback #airshow2021 #airshow #jonesbeach #bethpage #MemorialDayWeekend #Weekend #family #familyfun #fun #wow