The Crop Duster's Daughter

Rhonda Colia’s The Crop Duster’s Daughter is a heartfelt tribute to a woman who defied the odds and broke barriers in the male-dominated world of crop dusting. Her mother, Mary Leota Mae Burks-Eiler, pursued her passion for aviation from a young age and overcame numerous challenges to become one of the first female crop dusters and flight instructors. Through stories of courage, resilience, and determination, the book paints a vivid portrait of a pioneer who not only shaped the aviation industry but also raised a family while navigating a path marked with numerous obstacles. As readers are drawn into her mother’s journey, they will feel the profound impact of her legacy in the world of agriculture and aviation.