Breaking into, surviving and thriving in a male dominated industry, exploring the turbulence along the way, and how it brought her to being a health and mental wellbeing advocate.

MEET REYNE

Captain (ret.) Reyné O'Shaughnessy stands as a prominent figure within the aviation industry, celebrated for her unwavering dedication to both pilots and the aviation industry. With a remarkable 35-year career as a commercial airline pilot, she has accumulated a vast reservoir of experience and expertise. As founder of Piloting 2 Wellbeing https://piloting2wellbeing.com/ and cofounder of The Aviation Health and Wellbeing Institute, https://theahwi.org/ retired Captain O'Shaughnessy utilizes her extensive background to pioneer innovative approaches to enhance pilot health and performance.
Boasting a cumulative flight time exceeding 10,000 hours on heavy jet aircraft, including iconic models such as the B747, B 727, Airbus 300 310, and B757/767, her hand on experience speaks volumes about her proficiency. Beyond the cockpit, Captain O'Shaughnessy has devoted over a decade to honing her skills as an aviation strategist, with a specific focus on health and mental wellness. Her dedication led her to become a certified practitioner in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) from Brown University. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science and Leadership with Honors (Phi Kappa Phi) from Duquesne University and has earned an Executive Certificate in Business from UC Berkeley, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to lifelong learning and professional excellence.
Captain O'Shaughnessy, the author of the best-selling book, This Is Your Captain Speaking: What You Should know About Your Pilot's Mental Health,” is a number one bestseller https://captainreyneo.com/. She is now preparing to release her second book, which will be centered on the next generation of pilots. Titled Navigating the Skies for Success: A Collegiate Aviator's Guide to Mental Wellness, this upcoming book is set to be launched soon.
Captain O'Shaughnessy's holistic approach to aviation, encompasses both pilot welfare and strategic acumen, has undeniably solidified her position as a trailblazer and influencer within the aviation industry. Her insights have been featured on reputable platforms such as Fox News, NBC News, CBS/KDKA, AOPA and she is a sought-after speaker at conferences worldwide.