Thousands of girls, ages 8-17, around the world on Sept. 24 will be able to experience the 8th Annual Girls in Aviation Day in their local communities through unique events hosted by Women in Aviation International (WAI) chapters and corporate members. WAI will continue to offer additional virtual resources, activities, information and instructional videos via the free Aviation for Girls App.
Already nearly 50 events are planned for airports, FBOs, museums, hangars across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Africa and Asia. Girls will be introduced to the career and lifestyle possibilities in aviation and aerospace through meeting female role models, career panels, exploring airplanes and airports, and a host of hands-on, fun and educational activities ranging from a sectional chart scavenger hunt, to exploring the Moon and Mars exploration sites, to learning about aircraft engines and avionics with maintenance technicians.
To enjoy the full GIAD experience, while supplies last, WAI event hosts will offer free merchandise kits to participants featuring a GIAD backpack filled with a sticker, key chain, glitter tattoo, bandana, Aviation for Girls 2022, and an aviation sectional chart. Additionally, GIAD T-shirts for adults and children, and caps are available for a small cost. Kids who don’t have access to an in-person event near them can also order a free GIAD kit, while supplies last, here: https://wai-store.org/girls-in-aviation-day-2022/
