Did this person make any major mistakes or bad decisions? if so, what were they and how would you have chosen differently if you were in her shoes?
Amelia Earhart is by far one of the most famous female aviatrixes. However, she was not the best pilot in the world. Many others had surpassed her abilities, but were not as recognized as her for their achievements. This was mainly caused by exaggerated descriptions from reporters as they praised their heroine. They claimed that she was a natural pilot, and had 500 solo hours of flying. The inflation of Amelia's accomplishments would continue to build up and create high expectations of her that would soon become a burden due to her inexperience. However, Earhart did not attempt to deny any of the claims, nor did she confirm them.
If I were in Earhart's position, I would have tried to diffuse the situation as peacefully and quickly as possible. That way, although the public would know that I was still very much an amateur pilot, at least I was honest, and wouldn't be pressured to meet their high expectations of an experienced aviatrix.
If I were in Earhart's position, I would have tried to diffuse the situation as peacefully and quickly as possible. That way, although the public would know that I was still very much an amateur pilot, at least I was honest, and wouldn't be pressured to meet their high expectations of an experienced aviatrix.