U-2 Dragon Lady Pilot Col. Merryl Tengesdal

Join us in conversation with Lt. Col. Merryl Tengesdal, one of eight female pilots to ever fly the U-2 and the only black female pilot during the aircraft’s history. “I have seen the curvature of the earth,” Tengesdal said. “I have seen sights most people will never see. Flying at over 70,000 feet is really beautiful and peaceful. I enjoy the quiet, hearing myself breathing, and the hum of the engine. I never take it for granted.” Col.Tengesdal was with us live on Instagram @theninetyninesinc We hope you enjoy our videos. Don't forget to 'Like' the video, and 'Subscribe' to follow us. The Ninety-Nines Inc, International Organization of Women Pilots: the 99s are women pilots who share, learn, and encourage each other. Whether in general aviation or pilot careers, the 99s offer scholarships, mentoring, job search, challenges, job loss, career development, leadership, and more. PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT to our videos, we like to hear from our viewers.