A Belgian-British teenager took to the skies Wednesday in her quest to become the youngest woman to fly around the world solo. Rutherford is aiming to break the record set by American aviator Shaesta Waiz, who was 30 when she set the world benchmark in 2017. "I am very, very proud that she wants to try and attract more young women and girls into STEM and aviation. That will also help erase any doubts about whether she's flying alone. The men's record for a solo flight around the world is held by 18-year-old Travis Ludlow of Britain.

Source: CBC News August 18, 2021 12:45 UTC