September 2016 – New Zealand Association of Women in Aviation

Month: September 2016

September 2016

Posted on September 10, 2016 by nzawaorg Posted in Uncategorised

President Report September 2016. Spring is almost here and the daffodils are out. What a big relief as winter here has been incredibly long and wet.

Think airline flying is the only path for women in

Think airline flying is the only path for women in aviation? Think again! ✈️ Meet NZAWA’s @emilyl0rd , who’s spent the last Canadian summer flying the C185 float planes to jaw-dropping remote destinations across Canada. 🌊✨

If you’re ready to break free from the ordinary and explore the untamed skies, her story is the inspiration you need. We share her incredible story in our Sept/Oct 2024 newsletter!

A portrait of Jane Winstone, a pioneering Kiwi avi

A portrait of Jane Winstone, a pioneering Kiwi aviator, was unveiled in Whanganui by one of our very own members, Frances Barnes. (pictured on the right)

Jane Winstone, a Whanganui born and bred, flew solo at just 17 and then applied to the Air Transport Auxiliary (ATA) to contribute her efforts to the World War II. She was one of only 5 New Zealanders to serve in the ATA during WWII. She tragically died in 1944, aged 31, when the engine of her Spitfire failed at 600ft.

The NZAWA stands on the shoulders of giants like Jane Winstone!

To read more, clink on the link in our Bio.

Flying is for EVERYONE, no matter when you start!

Flying is for EVERYONE, no matter when you start! Our newest NZAWA member Naomi, recently completed her first solo at 51! She’s proof that it is never too late to chase your dreams ✈️ Congratulations Naomi!

A massive welcome to our other new members too!
Mikayla Hoff Christchurch
Ana Nixon Auckland
Aine Taylor Tauranga
Dee Yang Auckland
Kate Gillespie Wellington

Anyone ever written down their ambitions as a 12 y

Anyone ever written down their ambitions as a 12 year old and manage to tick them all off? Well, NZAWA’s newest President, @simoneboult has! Not only is she Captain on a Boeing 777, but she’s a Captain that got to see ABBA!

Head on over to our website to find out more about Simone!

MARK YOUR CALENDERS, NZAWA IS BRINGING BACK REGION

MARK YOUR CALENDERS, NZAWA IS BRINGING BACK REGIONAL EVENTS! 🛩️

An awesome opportunity to catch up with members before the year comes to a close!

Hastings - @hbecac - Saturday the 28th of September - 09:00

Christchurch - @gchaviation - Sunday the 6th of October - 11:00

Ardmore - @auckland_aeroclub - Sunday the 20th of October - 12:00

Motueka - @motuekaaeroclub - Saturday the 23rd November - 10:00

NEW Member Discount! If you have friends that aren’t members and have thought about joining, bring them along to a Regional Event and they will receive $15 off their membership fee!

NZAWA Member Discount! If you are down in Christchurch, GCH Aviation has offered NZAWA Members an EXLUSIVE discount on a Helicopter Trial Flight - Check your emails!

Keep up to date with the events on our Instagram, Facebook and Emails. See you all there!

#NZAWA #WomenInAviation #Aviation

Part two of the Ashburton Rally Recap. See you all

Part two of the Ashburton Rally Recap. See you all next year in North Shore!

Sunday 2nd June 2024

🎥 @samcdavison

#NZAWA #WomenInAviation #FemalePilots #Rally #Aviation