McKenna Secrist is a commercial hot air balloon and airplane pilot based out of the Seattle area. From a young age it was her childhood dream to fly hot air balloons. She earned her private balloon pilot certificate at age 16 and has flown in numerous balloon festivals across the country.
McKenna currently works as a commercial pilot for Seattle ballooning and as a flight instructor. She is passionate about youth outreach in aviation and has been involved in mentoring and instructing young aspiring pilots through balloon camps and flight programs.