Established in 1929 by 99 women pilots to provide mutual support and advancement of aviation, The Ninety-Nines Organization of Women Pilots has continued and expanded that mission. Today, the organization promotes world fellowship through flight, provides networking and scholarship opportunities for women and aviation education in the community and preserves the unique history of women in aviation.
Official website of the Centennial of Licensed
Women Pilots. Great international
network to share your enthusiasm and
outreach efforts to promote more women
in aviation. Interesting history of women
in aviation. 2011 is the 100th anniversary
of the first American female licensed pilot,
Harriet Quimby, on August 1, 1911.
"'Girls With Wings' is a reality based broadcast series (including content
for web and mobile) and feature length documentary film about women who fly. This is the place where you will meet the coolest, smartest, sexiest and most adventurous women on the planet. Other women talk about their dreams and fantasies, 'Girls With Wings' live them every day. 'Girls With Wings' will help to inspire the next generation of women pilots!"
"Women in Science, Technology, Engineering,
and Mathematics ON THE AIR! Listen to stories about fascinating women working and learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields; and learn about programs and practices throughout the U.S. designed to broaden the participation of women in STEM."
Why are there so few women pilots in America? In fact, only six-percent of those holding pilot certificates are female. Why is the number of women pilots so abysmally low?
Thanks to research grant support partially provided by the Wolf Aviation Fund, some of the answers are to be found right here at "Teaching Women to Fly."
Pilots at Renton Municipal Airport in Washington state took 170 women and girls on introductory flights Dec. 5, and the airport is now recognized by the Centennial of Licensed Women Pilots for introducing the most girls and women to flying in one day.
The Women of NASA (WON) Langley Reseach Center (LaRC) website!
The WON LaRC website showcases diversified, professional (civil service)
women from NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) many of which support
NASA outreach programs such as the LaRC Federal Women's Program
Committee, the LaRC Speakers Bureau, the HEP@NASA LaRC program, and
LaRC Diversity Awareness Committee.
Read the WON profiles of the diverse women working at our NASA center
and some of the reviews from their student/teacher/parent visitors. Don't
forget to frequently visit this page to read about the latest participants
since this list of profiles is sure to grow!
"The Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics hopes its online radio series featuring stories of fascinating women scientists, engineers, and educators will inspire girls-including those with disabilities-to pursue STEM careers."
Women In STEM High School Aerospace Scholars Engineer your dream job. The Women in STEM High School Aerospace Scholars project offers a one-of-a-kind experience for female high school juniors to jump-start their futures and explore the possibilities of a major or career in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Participants begin their adventure in an online community. The project culminates with a summer experience at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Collaborate with girls from across the country and female NASA engineers and interns. Applications are due Feb. 15, 2012.
"One Coast Guard senior leader who is doing his part to motivate and enthuse Coast Guard aviators is Rear Adm. Daniel Abel, Deputy Director of Operations at U.S. Northern Command. In an interview at the Women In Aviation, International Conference, Abel shared his perspectives on keeping our aviators safe, encouraging them to be their best, the role of women in our service and the future of Coast Guard aviation."
A site established by women of NASA to
encourage more young women to pursue
careers in aviation and science. Informationon
educational opportunities, scholarships
and grants.
A motivational site to encourage women,
especially those attending WomenVenture
EAA AirVenture at Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Women Soar-You Soar programs and
schedule for women and teen girls are
listed.
International Aviation Womens Association,
which was organized for women in
Executive positions and leadership in aviation
and aerospace, includes membership,
conference and scholarship information.
"Women in Aviation, International is a nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization dedicated to providing networking, education, mentoring and scholarship opportunities for women (and men) who are striving for challenging and fulfilling careers in the aviation and aerospace industries. "
Raymonde de Laroche became the first woman to earn a pilot certificate on March 8, 1910. Goyer launched the events in 2010 to celebrate the centennial and to encourage more women to become pilots by introducing a record number of nonpilot girls and women to flying during the year.
Aviation Discovery for Women encourages young women, ages 15-18, to explore their interest in aviation and aerospace. Explore fields such as Flight, Maintenance Technology, Air Traffic Control, Engineering, Meteorology, and Space with industry professionals in a learning environment.
"EAA's Women Soar You Soar for high school girls Now in its sixth year, the unique program introduces more than 100 girls and 35 women, from engineers to fighter pilots, working in a variety of aviation and aerospace fields. It's a three-day event filled with career exploration, discover, inspiration, and fun.
"Opening skies to women
To celebrate Women of Aviation Worldwide Week, March 7 through 13, the aviation community will showcase its female members and welcome newcomers with first flights, contests, and more. "
The Women Fly Project with online
products just for women flyers. The Your
Stories button encourages sharing photos
and words about the joy and enthusiasm
for flying.
Promotes all aspects of soaring for
women glider pilots. Membership site for
Women Soaring Pilots Association.
Because the Internet makes it possible
to literally connect worldwide,