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2008 International Women in Aviation Conference is Largest Ever

March 17, 2008 — The 19th Annual International Women in Aviation (WAI) Conference, which concluded on Saturday, March 15, reported record-setting attendance and exhibitors. “By all accounts, this has been one heck of a successful conference,” WAI President Dr. Peggy Chabrian said.

Attendance for the three-day event reached a new high of 3,320 women (and men) registered. In the exhibition hall, 151 companies and organizations represented all aspects of the aviation community. WAI also awarded $710,855 in scholarships at the event, to members at varying life stages, from college students to those seeking mid-life career changes.

“This is a dynamic time for Women in Aviation, International, as we continue in our mission to spread the word about the passion, excitement, and career opportunities aviation offers to more and more women,” Chabrian said.

One of the conference highlights was the announcement of WomenVenture, an EAA/WAI partnership for AirVenture Oshkosh 2008. WomenVenture will feature a series of seminars, speakers, and networking events to highlight women’s historical and contemporary role in aviation.

EAA’s Elissa Lines, vice-president of commercial and donor relations, said the conference was enriching on several levels. “Speaking to such a prestigious group of women who already believe in and practice networking and mentorship was uplifting,” she said. “Our message was simply, ‘elevate your life and that of one another.’ Aviation for business or fun offers awesome opportunity…the fact is, there are no boundaries you can’t overcome if you have focus and desire. You control your destiny. Women can help women achieve their dreams.

“The key thing is that every person I talked to believes in the impact mentors have,” Lines continued. “Through WomenVenture, we’re trying to coordinate that effort by saying ‘Elevate your life—and take another woman with you!’”

Prestigious attendees included Nicole Malachowski, the first woman USAF Thunderbird pilot; Martha King of King Schools, and members of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP), among others.

Kathleen Witman, EAA Publication’s business and special projects manager, staffed EAA’s exhibit booth. “About 40 percent of the men and women I spoke with were EAA members, and about 50 percent had been to AirVenture,” she said. “When I described AirVenture to people who had never heard of it, it seemed like there was always an Oshkosh veteran nearby to describe the experience firsthand.”

Witman said EAA’s participation was very positive. “We spread the word about our mission and programs, such as ‘Women Soar, You Soar’ and WomenVenture, and made contacts with potential new members and exhibitors. We’re sure to have many newcomers attending and volunteering at AirVenture 2008.” Dates for this year’s event are July 28-August 3.

Conference attendees had a lot of good things to say about the event. Many were pleased that more technical and aircraft maintenance sessions were offered this year than in previous years, while others noticed increased general aviation-oriented seminars.

Kathleen Felker of Oceanside, California, and a former WAI scholarship winner, praised the general sessions. “There are people here who have accomplished phenomenal things, extending their hand to help and encourage others,” she said.

“Paying it forward” is how NetJets pilot Paulette Gilbert of Chandler, Arizona, described it. A first-time conference participant, she said it’s great for people who are looking for jobs. “There are so many people here who will genuinely help others get their feet in the door,” she explained.

The conference featured dozens of educational and professional development seminars on such topics as aircraft maintenance, flight safety, history, and aerobatics. Attendees also learned of diverse aviation careers, such as avionics and mechanics, in addition to airline and corporate flying. Representatives from universities with aerospace programs were on hand, along with FAA staff and the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI). In addition, several authors, artists, and photographers presented seminars, including EAA’s Bonnie Kratz.

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