I couldn't answer "yes! yes! yes!" fast enough when Jessica Cox asked if I'd like a ride from Tucson's northwest side down to the University of Arizona Recreation Center. The prospect of sitting shutgun in a sedan driven by an armless co-ed should have beee terrifying - but something about Jessica's quiet confidence seemed to allay any concerns. Plus, I've got no shame...I'll do just about anything for a story.
The trip was flawless. That was in April of 2006. Cox, now 25, made history in February by becoming the first certified aiplane pilot.
Born with no arms, Cox went from a childhood-karate champion to pilot in what is certainly a testament to the "I-can-do-anything-I-put-my-mind-and-feet-to" attitude.
Hey Jess, when's the next flight? I want on.
above: Jessica Cox of Tucson places contact lens in her eyes using her feet. Cox has done more than just adapt to life without arms.
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