Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A daughter of American Samoa, Alayna V. Saulo, with five years of experience at Delta Airlines, has recently been promoted to Chief Flight Attendant, also known as Purser, a significant milestone in her professional journey.

On a deeper level, this promotion means everything to her.

As a proud Samoan and fafafine raised in American Samoa, stepping into a leadership role in global aviation is incredibly meaningful, especially in a department where very few Samoans are represented.

She gives thanks to her Heavenly Father, her family — especially her parents, Vui Florence Saulo and Paulo Saulo — and her loyal friends who have guided her every step of the way.