When Michigan native Kaila Kuhn takes flights, she prefers to be alone. Not on a plane — but on her skis, where she knows she’s in total command of her destiny.

Wiles is an alpine skier. She’s used to going downhill fast. Her career has gone uphill—from the time she was young, growing ...

When Michigan native Kaila Kuhn takes flights, she prefers to be alone. Not on a plane — but on her skis, where she knows she ...