Girls in Aviation Day Continues to Expand Reaching Over 42,000 Participants
Girls in Aviation Day Continues to Expand Reaching Over 42,000 Participants
Record attendance and events for the 11th Annual Women in Aviation International program
November 6, 2025 – Girls around the world participated in the 11th Annual Girls in Aviation Day (GIAD) organized by Women in Aviation International (WAI) on September 20. Through unique local events hosted by WAI chapters and corporate members, the number of GIAD participants grew to over 42,000 youth attendees this year with 200 events held across the globe. Of these events, 64 were in international locationsrepresenting 34 countries, and 136 were in the U.S. and U.S. Territories.
Girls in Aviation Day is part of a multi-faceted international youth program designed by Women in Aviation International to inspire girls to pursue careers in aviation and aerospace. GIAD events took place at airports, FBOs, museums, and hangars across the U.S., Canada, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Girls were introduced to the career and lifestyle possibilities in aviation and aerospace by meeting female role models, listening to career panels, and exploring airplanes and airports. In addition, girls participated in a wide array of hands-on, educational activities ranging from sectional chart treasure hunts, first flights on simulators, learning about aircraft engines, avionics, and exploring weather systems and space.
“Our Girls in Aviation Day events continue to inspire and spark curiosity among young participants as they discover the world of aviation,” says WAI CEO Lynda Coffman. “We sincerely thank our chapter members, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters for their dedication and generosity that made this international event possible. Together, we are not only nurturing dreams but also creating a more inclusive and stronger future for aviation.”
About Girls in Aviation Day: Since WAI’s first annual international Girls in Aviation Day in 2015, the annual WAI event has grown every year since its first gathering of 32 events and 3,200 participants. Last year’s GIAD reached 33,000 participants in 33 countries at 194 events presented worldwide. Over the past 11 years, more than 180,000 youth have been empowered by Girls in Aviation Day.
Many thanks to our 2025 Girls in Aviation Day supporters, without whom this education program would not be possible. Our supporters include WAI Strategic Partners Amazon and United, Emanuel Bachmann Foundation, ISTAT Foundation, Sporty’s Pilot Shop, JCL Aviation Services.
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