KOLD: Tucson pilot pioneers first exclusively foot-controlled airplane in history
Tucson pilot pioneers first exclusively foot-controlled airplane in history.
GAN: The Impossible Airplane
The Impossible Airplane, a one-of-a-kind aircraft, is being built as the first aircraft in aviation history designed to be flown entirely without the use of hands, according to officials with the Rightfooted Foundation.
The project is led by Jessica Cox, the world’s first certificated armless pilot and a longtime advocate for disability inclusion through aviation.
Brunch | Jessica Cox aims to fly ‘The Impossible Airplane’ at 2028 LA Olympics
Filipino-American Jessica Cox, the world's first female licensed armless pilot, aims to fly at the opening ceremonies of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics using The Impossible Airplane, a special plane designed for her specific needs.
Headstart: World's First Armless Pilot Jessica Cox | ANC
Karen Davila talks to Jessica Cox as she makes history as the world's first armless pilot.
The Pilot lawyer podcast: FAA Medical Certification with The Armless Pilot, Jessica Cox
Welcome to "The Pilot Lawyer," hosted by the Ison Brothers at Ison Law Firm. In today's episode, we are joined by Jessica Cox, the first armless pilot in aviation history. Jessica, who flies using her feet, talks about her unique flying experiences and her role as a motivational speaker.
FAA Podcast Sn 6 Ep 14: Flying Feet First
Meet Jessica Cox, a sport pilot who was born without arms and mastered the skill of flying an airplane with her feet. What led her to this Guinness World Record-worthy feat was an opportunity to meet life’s challenges and a hunger for independence. She shares details of the day she embarked on a path that would inspire others to venture into aviation.
In the Hangar: Flying with Feet
Armless pilot Jessica Cox joins Christy @PilotChristy and Dan @TakingOffDan to talk about her challenges and success and the build of The Impossible Airplane.
AirVenture is not just about airplanes
The annual EAA air show is like a big family reunion—a place where people come to belong, including those with disabilities.
The Impossible Airplane Showcases Aviation Innovation
A team is modifying the gull-wing door of a Van’s RV-10 for improved disability access.
Simulated Testing Underway for World’s 1st Foot-Controlled Airplane
Members of an EAA chapter and a team of engineering students are custom modifying a Van’s RV-10 as a model for pilots with disabilities.
The Fear of Flight
The emotional challenge that comes with the fear of losing contact with the ground can be overwhelming.
Why Are Horses Going To Pull an Airplane Through a Parade?
As our float joins the parade, children with limb differences can see me, someone who looks like them, celebrating what makes her different.
Airplane pilot born without arms visits Hawaii
The Blue Angels were on Oahu last weekend, giving us a chance to see some of the best pilots in the world.
Even they might say another pilot on the island at the time is more impressive. Jessica Cox is a licensed pilot who was born without arms.
Acknowledging the Past, Celebrating the Future
While the excuse of the evening was to celebrate the incredible 50-year history of the most successful line of airplane kits in the world, it was notable that the factory-organized event probably spent more time talking about the future.
The Tail Section Arrived—and Things Got Real
Now the clock is ticking to build “The Impossible Airplane,” and the pressure is on.
Jessica Cox on a mission to build the world's first foot-controlled airplane | New Day
"Disability doesn't mean inability."