Slowly but surely, women are getting into the field of aviation which has long been dominated by men, says cadet pilot Ortega. Photo: The WiAA Project
Founded by a team of women with a passion for aviation, The Women in Aviation Asia Project (WiAA) is a platform aiming to inspire and encourage young women to be a part of the industry.
Women have played an essential role in the growth and development of the aviation industry, which has grown significantly in the last few decades.
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WiAA founder Chahal (third from left) and the team at the launch. Photo: The WiAA Project
(Third and fourth from left) Air Asia pilot Norashikin Onn and WiAA founder Katy Chahal at The WiAA Project launch. Photo: The WiAA Project
Norashikin is the first woman to pilot a commercial airline. Photo: The WiAA Project
Hasnor successfully juggles motherhood and a career in aviation. Photo: The WiAA Project
At the launch of The WiAA Project. Photo: The WiAA Project
WiAA founder Katy Chahal (right). Photo: The WiAA Project
Slowly but surely, women are getting into the field of aviation which has long been dominated by men, says cadet pilot Ortega. Photo: The WiAA Project
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