When the door wasn’t open, Julie Clark didn’t wait - she built her own.

In this powerful episode of Wonder Women of Aviation, hosts Natalia McAlee and Theresa Eaman sit down with aviation icon Julie Clark — pioneering female pilot, legendary air show performer, author, and lifelong advocate for women in aviation.Julie shares her journey from falling in love with aviation at a young age to building a career in a male-dominated industry during the 1970s and 1980s. She opens up about the challenges she faced, the doors that were never opened for her, and how perseverance, passion, and grit helped her build her own.The conversation explores the evolution of air show performances, the emotional power of flying to music, and the importance of real-world experience and training for young pilots. Julie also reflects on her accomplishments, the legacy she hopes to leave behind, and why community and mentorship matter more than ever in aviation.Whether you’re a pilot, aviation enthusiast, or someone chasing a dream that feels out of reach, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the path forward doesn’t exist — until you create it.🌐 Official Website: https://www.julieclarkairshows.com