https://www.aweu.org/ AWE - Aviation and Women in Europe - PostNuke Powered Site en-us https://www.aweu.org/images/logo.gif https://www.aweu.org/ webmaster@aweu.org https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=120 "Being able to give young women hands-on experience of flying plays a big part in inspiring young minds about their future."Women are vastly under-represented in the aviation and aerospace sectors and while change has been slow, new education policies and more visible role models are shifting the status quo. Frances Cook spoke to the UK's Royal Aeronautical Society and Women 1st to find out what barriers exist and what can be done to address the gender imbalance.It is difficult to believe that in the 21st century, with so much emphasis o­n gender equality in the workplace, that women are so vastly under-represented in the aviation and aerospace sectors. While women are very visible in customer service and administrative roles - in the UK around two-thirds of ticketing and sales personnel are female - behind the closed doors of the cockpits, the hangars and the board rooms, it is a very different story."Airbus devised a dedicated training programme for women, called GROW, which prepares them for senior management positions." https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=119 The tight-knit EAA community helped bring 19-year-old Philipp Stute of Friedrichshafen, Germany, to the Kermit Weeks Flight Research Center in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, to work o­n EAA's B-17 Aluminum Overcast as a maintenance volunteer! https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=118 Michelle Bassanesi and Gretchen Jahn, raced together in the Air Race Classic in June as Classic Racer 16 - Team "Dream Catchers" and achieved second place! Follow them o­n their Blog and www.facebook.com/michelle.bassanesiResultsAir Race Classic, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to:Encouraging and educating current and future women pilotsIncreasing public awareness of general aviationDemonstrating women's roles in aviationPresenting and promoting the tradition of pioneering women in aviation https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=117 Taking the Next Step: Fearless, Graceful, TogetherWhat an inspiring conference. We networked, we learned, we succeeded. We united vision, purpose and energy in o­ne magnificent location. It was a beautiful experience spending time with outstanding women and men over the few days in Istanbul and we proved that in an extremely short time we can create an inclusive environment for each other.We wish to thank all present for making it so amazing. We especially wish to thank Sevda Tantan for being such a gracious and attentive hostess, her guidance was key to the success of the event. We also wish to thank our generous sponsors for their support before, during, and after the event: ATU Duty Free, CP Centro Pilota, Turkish Airlines, TAI – Turkish Aerospace Industries, TAV – Istanbul Terminal Operations, and Toshid. Our students, sponsored by TAV, came away with a stronger belief in what they can achieve and motivated to try new things! These young ladies minds were opened to recognize the many opportunities available. We all discovered what an exciting city is Istanbul! All our senses were engaged, especially taste and sight! We had many unique opportunities available to us, amongst which private tours of Istanbul’s historical buildings, the air force museum, boat tours, and a special visit to the very modern Turkish Airlines Training Facilities. Our Welcome Reception was held in the Starlight Bar giving us a bird’s eye view over Istanbul, and the banquet was held in the Saltanat Restaurant, where the delicious dishes of the Turkish and Ottoman Cuisine were prepared and served fashionably. We thank Tugba Irmak, our official photographer, who was able to capture these special moments o­n film for us to share. (visit the AWE gallery and AWE facebook page).The Saturday Conference was inspiring and really showed how we can “Take the Next Step: Fearless Graceful and Together.” As the Turkish proverb says “One hand does not clap, two hands do” our speakers together created a very special energy and inspired us to continue to grow and succeed. Thank you to: Burcu, F16 pilot and squadron leader; Feride, TAV manager; Safiye, Turkish Airlines co-pilot candidate; Trish, Boeing flight test navigator; Munevver, Network Manager at Eurocontrol; and Ozge, aerial cameraperson. It takes many to make up the whole, and we were given a glimpse of how vast aviation and aerospace really is and how working together gives the best outcomes. Whether military, commercial, general aviation, traffic control, dispatcher, engineer, artist or more … this diversity is what makes aviation special and rewarding.Souvenir Program    Turkish Women in Aviation History Video  UTED (Turkish Technic's magazine) Aviation For Women MagazineAs o­ne participant put it ‘The Future is in the Skies’ and ‘The affect of what we do is felt by many.’We look forward to returning to Istanbul.Teşekkürler Ederim Istanbul! https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=116 Good news and bad news from EASA. Their Draft Opinion o­n NPA-2011-16, ‘Qualifications for flying in Instrument Meteorological Conditions’, has been published and takes o­n board some important suggestions made by IAOPA Europe. In particular, it has acceded to the suggestion that pilots converting from ICAO-compliant instrument ratings such as the FAA IR should not need to sit written theory exams. Instead, they will simply need to demonstrate adequate knowledge to the Examiner during their Skill Test. Nick Wilcock of AOPA UK reports: “Conversion of suitably experienced pilots holding ICAO IRs wishing to convert to the new ‘competency-based’ IR should be much simpler, requiring no written exams. Instead, the IR Skill Test will include an assessment by the Examiner to confirm that the applicant has the relevant theoretical knowledge for the C-B IR.”     Overall, the document remains both prescriptive and bureaucratic. Wilcock adds: “Regrettably, the Agency has failed both to comply with the EASA Management Board’s call for greater rulemaking flexibility and to note the Commission’s flexible response in other areas of aviation legislation. It has also failed to recognise that there is no safety case to justify the exclusion of the provisions of JAR-FCL 1.175(b) in the Aircrew Regulation (which allow national authorities greater flexibility in their own airspace). We will work with all other organisations to demand their inclusion.”     The Draft Opinion also confirms that EASA has no time for specific national requirements such as the UK’s ‘IMC Rating’, which is credited with contributing so much to Britain’s enviable safety rate. Together with other associations, AOPA UK will be continuing its campaign to allow future pilots to gain the lifesaving skills the IMC Rating provides – a campaign which has the full support of the UK CAA. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=115 We know you will come away from each Conference with a stronger belief in what you can achieve and motivated to try new things!AWE - Aviation and Women in Europe is providing full registrations for full time college/university students who would like to attend the 2012 AWE Conference in Istanbul, Turkey 20 October 2012. Sponsored Students: Tuğçe Küçükkurtoğlu - Deniz Diren - Esra Aydinoz - Dilara Özeren - Aylin Unal - Ayse CanliThis scholarship is thank you to generous donations. Further donations are welcome. These scholarships include conference participation, network and social events. It also includes student membership to Women in Aviation International for o­ne year. They do not cover travel and accommodation. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=112 We encourage you to introduce women to aviation during Women of Aviation Week, an outreach movement begun by Mireille Goyer, Canada. Flights that take place between March 5-11 should be logged o­n her website at www.womenofaviationweek.org in order to tally the total and allow both female first flight timers and pilots to be eligible for prizes. In conjunction with the reenactment of Harriet Quimby's flight across the English Channel 100 years ago, Mireille's goal is to have these flights performed in 100 locations o­n March 10. Harriet Quimby, legendary for being the first American woman to acquire a pilot's certificate in the United States, is this year's impetus behind many events scheduled for that week. Reserve Saturday, March 10th to fly a woman, whether young or just young at heart, and acquaint her with the joy of flight. Who knows how she will see the world after sharing the passion. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=111 “DON’T FEAR TO LEAP TO ACHIEVE YOUR DREAMS”The Aviation and Women in Europe Conference this year, o­n its itinerant path showcasing European involvement in aviation, was held in The Netherlands, home to aviation pioneer and aircraft manufacturer Anthony Fokker (1890-1939) and KLM (1919). Two days of events included presentations o­n space, commercial, military, general and corporate aviation, along with numerous networking and mentoring activities. Eight countries were represented: Australia, Germany, Italy, Russia, South Africa, Switzerland, the Netherlands, and the United States. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=110 AWE - Aviation and Women in Europe provided o­ne full registration for full time college/university students to attend the 2011 AWE Conference. The winner is MAPHUTHI NDALA of South Africa. CONGRATULATIONS!This scholarship is thank you to generous donations. Further donations are welcome. These scholarships:  include conference participation, network and social events, they do not cover travel and accommodation. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=107 March 18, 2011 — NASA debuted this week its new website that celebrates women’s contributions to science and exploration.The Women at NASA website was developed to encourage more young women to pursue careers in math, science, and technology. Through a collection of videos and articles, the Women@NASA project shares the stories of 32 women across the agency who contribute to NASA’s mission in many ways. http://women.nasa.gov/ https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=106 On March 23rd, the US Consulate General in Naples hosted a conference o­n the subject of Women in the Military. Female members of the US Air Force and Navy joined female members of the Italian Air Force, Navy, Army, Guardia di Finanza and Carabinieri, in order to share personal experiences and discuss the strides that both Italy and the US have made toward equal opportunities within their respective Armed Forces.http://naples.usconsulate.gov/news-events/women-military.html https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=105 120 delegates from Europe and the United States gathered at RAF Northolt in West London last week for the 3rd annual BA-Meetup conference.Christened the 'un-conference' by this year's attendees - in appreciation of it's informal and social atmosphere - the BA-Meetup brought business aviation professionals together in a wide-ranging programme of education and debate ranging from Operations, Scheduling and FBO Management to Marketing, Catering and Ground Transportation.http://www.blueskynews.aero./issue118/ba-meetup_montage.htm https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=103 Come Join us!“The world's women are nearly as educated and as healthy as men, but are nowhere to be found in terms of decision-making,"Saadia Zahidi, World Economic Forum- Davos summit January, 2010 Why Should You Attend? If women are catching up with men in almost all facets of life, why can’t you breach the gap to destiny fulfilment in the Aviation industry? We all clamour to get ‘there’. Are you working towards becoming an echelon in the industry? Be an agent to promote and deal with change; reinvent your career and find the incline to the development of women in the Aviation industry. The Leadership Development For Women In Aviation, Africa  (LDWAA) conference scheduled for the 17& 18 August, 2010 will feature nationally recognised speakers who share their wisdom and expertise o­n a wide range of personal and professional development topics, helping you find clarity o­n your goals and what you need to accomplish them. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=102 Held in Brooklands Museum, Surrey outside London, England.   November 5-6, 2010Join us at Brooklands Museum, the home of British Aviation and the first British Women pilots license. The opening reception includes the Brooklands Concorde Experience. You’ll see inside o­ne of the world’s most famous aircraft. Take your seat in the front cabin for a virtual flight, piloted by Captain Mike Bannister who will join us afterwards to share his experiences. Bid to win a seat at the controls of the o­nly operational Concorde Simulator in the world and raise money for our scholarship fund. Speakers include:• Captain Suzanna Darcy-Hennemann, record setting 777 Captain with Boeing• Gabriella Somerville, Managing Director ConnectJets• Gretchen Burrett, the recently appointed Group Director, Safety Regulation of the Civil Aviation Authority,• Lt. Col Jennifer Crossman, USAF KC-135 pilot• Dominique Brown, Chief Operating Officer, Quick International CourierWe will close events o­n the Saturday night with a dinner at the Museum where we can share our experiences and forge those networks.Online booking will be available soon. For more information email wai@wai.org     PRESS RELEASE   Liz Moscrop interviews WAI Dorothy Pooley https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=101 What is International Learn to Fly Day? International Learn to Fly Day was announced at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2009 as an effort to increase interest in flying and to encourage the aviation community to get others involved in Aviation.Share the Spirit - Take someone flying!     Live the Dream - Discover Flying! https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=100 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE[May 5, 2010]Women in Corporate Aviation Announces International Career EBACE Scholarship WinnerWomen in Corporate Aviation, International (WCA) is pleased to announce the presentation of the 2010 EBACE International Career Scholarship to Kajuju Laiboni. In addition to a $1000.00(USD) scholarship, Kajuju will also receive conference and travel expenses to attend the 10th Annual European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition conference (EBACE) in Geneva, Switzerland where the scholarship will be presented. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=99 Friday, April 30, 2010Women in Corporate Aviation Link Up at EBACEWomen in Corporate Aviation's (WCA) international members are exhibiting as guests of WAI corporate member Swan Heights at the European Business Aviation Conference and Expo (EBACE) convention in Geneva, Switzerland May 4-6, 2010. Members will be volunteering to share information o­n WCA. In the first collaborative effort, Gulfstream Aerospace and WCA will be co-hosting a breakfast in honor of Women in Aviation in Europe at the Crowne Plaza Hotel o­n May 4, before the opening ceremony. WCA and WAI work hand-in-hand in Europe to bring networking and professional development opportunities to men and women in corporate aviation. During this event WCA is pleased to announce the presentation of a $1,000/CHF 1,200 scholarship. This scholarship is open to a woman or man (non-US based) who is interested in continued pursuit of a career in any job classification in business/corporate aviation.The group looks forward to continuing its growth in Europe with the next Regional WAI Conference in London, England November 5th-6th, 2010. Brooklands Museum, the home of British Aviation will be the host site of this year's conference. The planned speakers include Captain Suzanna Darcy-Hennemann, record setting 777 Captain with Boeing, Gabriella Somerville, Managing Director ConnectJets, Gretchen Burrett, the recently appointed Group Director, Safety Regulation of the Civil Aviation Authority, Lt. Col Jennifer Crossman, USAF KC-135 pilot and Dominique Brown, Chief Operating Officer, Quick International Courier.Mike Bannister, ex-Concorde pilot, opens the conference with a brief talk about his experience flying the Concorde, and some participants should have the rare opportunity to fly the Concorde simulator.Booking via the www.wai.org web site will open shortly. Posted by Amy Laboda at 10:48 AM Labels: Aviation and Women in Europe, WCA, Women in Corporate AviationPosted o­n Blue Sky: African Aviators to BePosted o­n Blue Sky: A Person is a Person Through Another PersonPosted o­n Blue Sky: The Greatest Good You Can Do For Another https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=98 Two days dedicated to the women’s side of aviation and space Under the patronage of Hervé Morin, French Minister of Defence5th EVENT IN AID OF AVIATION SANS FRONTIÈRESAVIATION WITHOUT BORDERSCentennial of licensed women pilotsThe 5th Women Air Show organized by the Paris Air and Space Museum https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=97 “The women are going to organize … we don’t know what for.” --unknown newspaper columnist, November 2, 1929Eighty years ago, 26 women pilots met in a hangar at Curtis Airport in Valley Stream, Long Island, NY, for the purpose of creating an organization “just for women pilots.” https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=96 Have you heard of a group called Women in Aviation International, known as WAI?  Not yet?  Well in America, they are a tremendous organisation, created in 1990, with over 14,000 members, major interest and sponsorship from leading aviation companies in the US and annual conferences offering you the chance to advance your career significantly in the space of a weekend.  We hope to create the same volume of support over here in Britain, but we need your help.  https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=95 The Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS) is delighted to announce the launch of a major new report - "The Future for Women in Aviation and Aerospace."  This specialist report has been prepared by the newly established RAeS Women in Aviation and Aerospace Committee. The Report and the new committee will be officially launched at the Women in Aviation and Aerospace Conference (sponsored by Airbus UK) which takes place at the Society’s conference centre at 4 Hamilton Place, London W1J 7BQ o­n 16th October.Press release, the Report, the programme for the Women in Aviation and Aerospace Conference and the Conference Report.  https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=94 Sponsored students Luca Guidoni and Rachel Gibson speak of their unique and inspiring experience during the 5th Aviation and Women in Europe Conference in Ferrara, 4 - 6 September 2009: https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=93 August 2, 2009 - Oshkosh, Wisconsin  - It's an unlikely path to ownership, but Ed Sweeney contends that it makes perfect sense. A pioneer in electric remote control aircraft in the late 1960s, Ed always had a fascination for things that fly. In 1970, he made his first trip to the annual EAA Fly-In Convention and was an early adopter of hang gliders and what was to become the ultralight movement. His twin-engine Hummingbird was a hit and with its panoramic view, Ed's next airplane was really no surprise: a twin-engine Partenavia P68 Observer-the model where the nose doubles as a windscreen. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=92 August 1, 2009 - Oshkosh, Wisconsin  - EAA AirVenture Oshkosh witnessed yet another launch of a new program targeted at promoting general aviation and increasing the pilot population. https://www.aweu.org/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=91 by Kent Misegades, EAA 520919July 9, 2009— TANNKOSH, Europe’s largest fly-in for sport aviation, takes place this year July 17-19 at the Tannheim airport located at the foot of the Bavarian Alps in the Allgäu region of southern Germany. Hosted for many years by the Tannheim Flight School, owned by the popular brother and sister aerobatic duet of (Red Bill pilot) Matthias and Verena Dolderer, the 2009 event promises to be better than ever. With a format similar to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, TANNKOSH ’09 offers more than a dozen pilot forums, nearly 100 vendors and an air show that features the best Europe has to offer, from historic vintage airplanes and warbirds, to homebuilts, unlimited aerobatics and current military hardware.www.eaa.org/news/2009/2009-07-09_tannkosh.asp