With women still only making up approximately seven percent of the total U.S. pilot population, Women in Aviation International’s (WAI) mission continues to be introducing interested girls age 8-17 to what is possible should they choose aviation and aerospace as a career path.
Massive Recruitment Effort at WAI Girls in Aviation Day
Key Takeaways:
- Women in Aviation International (WAI) aims to increase female representation in aviation, given that women constitute only about seven percent of U.S. pilots, by introducing girls aged 8-17 to career possibilities in the field.
- WAI's Girls in Aviation Day 2019 engaged approximately 20,000 attendees at 118 events across the U.S. and 17 other countries, featuring role models, career panels, aircraft exploration, and hands-on activities.
- The events highlight diverse aviation and aerospace careers beyond piloting, including air traffic control, mechanics, and engineering, sparking enthusiasm and inspiring many girls who had no prior exposure to aviation.
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