“We are proud to announce our 2025 International Pioneer Hall of Fame inductees who represent women who have carried the weight of future female aviators on their shoulders as they broke down gender barriers,” says Lynda Coffman, WAI CEO. “These trailblazing female aviators proved that women could succeed and contribute to aviation in unique ways.”
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WAI and Harvard partner on Emerging Leaders Course
Applications close on Dec. 20, 2024, for the Women in Leadership: A Program for Emerging Leaders, a three-day, on-campus professional development program hosted by Women in Aviation International and conducted by Harvard University’s Division of Continuing Education (DEC).
Putting the fun in fundraising
On Oct. 25, 2024, the Sheltair FBO at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport (KBJC) in Broomfield, Colorado, hosted a “pinup” photo shoot for area pilots, as well as anyone else who wanted to join the costumed fun.
Girls in Aviation Day breaks records
Through local events hosted by WAI chapters and corporate members, the number of GIAD participants topped 33,000 attendees this year with 194 events held across the globe. Of these events, 59 were in international locations representing 33 countries and 135 were in the U.S. and U.S. Territories, according to WAI officials.
Girls in Aviation Day hits milestone
More than 30,000 girls across the globe are expected to participate in the 10th annual Girls in Aviation Day.
Women in Aviation opens 2025 scholarship program
Applications are being accepted for 59 scholarships for flight training, engineering, maintenance, dispatch, and general career advancement for individuals in all stages of life.
Honor the WASP on Memorial Day
Women in Aviation International (WAI) is encouraging the aviation community to honor the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) by visiting their graves and leaving flowers or other remembrances on Memorial Day.
Women in Aviation partners with Harvard
Members of the Women in Aviation Emerging Leaders Class of 2024 are headed to Cambridge, Massachusetts, to attend the “Women in Leadership: A Program for Emerging Leaders” at Harvard University May 7-9.
Women in Aviation touch down in Orlando
For the past 35 years WAI has held an annual conference where pilots, mechanics, administrators, and more gather in the spirit of career advancement and mentorship. They celebrate their own achievements, revel in each other’s successes, and applaud their peers, as well as the industry that inspires them with real enthusiasm and joy.