Diagnosed with thyroid cancer in early 2007, Fran Stahl of Tamaqua, didn't let that or other medical issues prevent her from pursuing her lifelong dream of flying.
After going through 40 appointments and medical procedures in less than six months, during which doctors successfully removed one of the affected nodes, Fran felt she needed something to take her mind off the health issues. With the confidence-building support of family and friends, she felt it was time to pursue a flying license.
"When I found I had thyroid cancer, I really faced my mortality," Fran said.