Everything You Need to Start and Become an Official WAI Chapter

Everything you need to organize your local chapter can be found right here!

Are you interested in starting a WAI chapter near you? We have organized all of the tools that you will need in one convenient location!

Take a look at all of the documents provided to learn more.

Still have questions? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at chapters@wai.org!

Start A Women in Aviation Chapter - presentation [.pdf]

Download the 2024 Chapter Handbook

Guidance for new chapter leaders: Starting a Chapter Summary
WE ARE WAI presentation - for chapter use!
2024 Provisional Chapter Application [PDF]
2024 Official Chapter Application [PDF]
Looking for guidance to write your chapter's Articles of Incorporation ? Look no further: Guidelines & Sample Articles of Incorporation
Looking for guidance to write your chapter's Bylaws? We've got you covered: Guidelines & Sample Bylaws
Required & Suggested Board Positions & Sample Board Member Agreement
Required & Suggested Chapter Committees
Looking for some guidance on your leadership positions? Use these forms as a guideline, edit and format them to fit your chapter's needs! Sample Officer Responsibilities

The 2023 Provisional Chapter Applicaton Fee is $100

Pay Your Provisional Application Fee Here

The 2023 Official Chapter Application Fee is $150

Pay Your Official Application Fee Here

Thinking about starting a student or collegiate chapter? They are unique! Check out our Chapter Connect Webinar for some helpful advice all about Managing Student WAI Chapters below:

IRS and Tax Guidelines

Chapters on their journey to becoming Official will have a few things to do with the IRS to prepare themselves to legally accept donations, gain sponsorships, and file taxes. Find the documents and guidance you will need here:

Don't forget to catch up on the Chapter Leadership Connect Webinars posted on our Youtube Channel!