Women in Aviation International - Ireland Chapter

21/09/2026

Thanks to Aero Inspection International for treating us to a lovely social evening following our busy Girls in Aviation Day 26 event!

Great to see everyone and have time to catch up, thanks for being with us, and we look forward to the next time.

We were also delighted to meet Steve and John, who were WAI members during college, so we made them honorary chapter members for the night!

19/09/2026

Women in Aviation International 12th annual Girls in Aviation Day 2026 was a fantastic success, with 35 young ladies and their parents attending to meet 30 women in aviation and hear all about their careers at first hand.

Our volunteers are commercial, military and private pilots, aircraft engineers, air traffic controllers, operations, aeronautical engineers, flight support, training and technical consultants! Some of them hold more than one of those skills! We hope all the attendees enjoyed the day and have a much better idea of the options available.

This day wouldn't happen without all our amazing and inspiring volunteers from all over the country Irish Air Corps Atlantic Flight Training Academy AirNav Ireland Stellaer 212, SES Simtech Aviation

A huge thanks to our sponsors Stellaer 212, ASG , Avolon, Atlantic Air Adventures and to Shannon Engine Support for treating everyone to lunch! Also, thanks to AerCap, SES and Aero Inspection International for topping up their goodie bags!

And thanks to Shannon Aviation Museum for hosting us.

It's a wrap for . Well done everyone!

14/09/2026

Isabel Rutland, pictured, who flew her P51D Mustang at Bray Air Display this summer sends her best wishes to all the girls who will be attending GIAD 2026 at Shannon Aviation Museum on Saturday.
Isabel is a champion aerobatics pilot and hopes that the girls find something they are passionate about during the event.

Registration for the event is still open with a few spaces remaining!

09/09/2026

Final calls for Women in Aviation International's 12th Annual official Girls in Aviation Day 2026 at Shannon Aviation Museum sponsored by ASG and Stellaer 212 .

We have just 5 places left for this unique day that connects women in aviation across generations.

Saturday 19th Sept, 11 am - 4pm
Ages 11-18, one parent must attend, and lunch is provided.
Register on the link below

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeVNvrlCY7aprKIr4TJfwcCZAfqcrjKGci54bJhNoYR058CA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&pli=1

28/08/2026

Check out the international Scholarships available for Women in Aviation International members closing soon

27/08/2026

Women in Aviation International Ireland Chapter 137 members are looking forward to the official 12th annual Girls in Aviation Day on Sat 19th September, when women in aviation careers gather to meet 50 lucky young ladies aged 11 to 18 who want to learn more.

Thank you to Stellaer 212, ASG and Avolon for supporting this event and to Shannon Aviation Museum for hosting us

We have just a few spaces left. If you have a plane crazy lady in the house, register using the link below or scan the QR Code. NB One parent is required to accompany.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeVNvrlCY7aprKIr4TJfwcCZAfqcrjKGci54bJhNoYR058CA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&pli=1

02/08/2026

Display pilot Isobel Rutland wowed the crowd in Bray yesterday with her P51 Mustang. A super performance from a lady who gave generously of her time to talk about the flight afterwards. You can see her at the Fingal Air Display at Rush, Co. Dublin today.
Photo by Frank Grealish

31/07/2026

Women in Aviation - Ireland Chapter, in conjunction with Stellaer 212 and ASG is delighted to participate in the Women in Aviation International 12th annual Girls in Aviation Day 2026 on 19th September in conjunction with WAI chapters from around the world. Kindly hosted by the Shannon Aviation Museum, the day will involve a tour of the museum and specialised activities involving female pilots (professionals, General Aviation, and Drone), air traffic controllers, aircraft engineers, aeronautical engineers, and cabin crew.

The aim of the day is to introduce aviation as a future career path to girls (aged 11-18) and to meet role models who will open their eyes to the fascinating world of flight. Places are limited so early registration is advised.

Shannon Aviation Museum strives to give people the love for aviation that they simply just haven’t found yet.

Stellaer 212 is Ireland's premier provider of bespoke private aircraft travel. Based at Weston Airport, the offer convenient, transparent, and efficient private jet charters & aircraft management.

ASG is one of Europe’s leading aviation theory schools with a reputation for providing high-quality theoretical knowledge training and delivering student satisfaction.

Women in Aviation International is the largest nonprofit organisation that envisions a world where the sky is open to all and where aviation and aerospace dreams are possible without barriers. Membership is free for Junior Members (5-15 years) and available at a reduced rate for student members. Members of WAI – Ireland chapter can attend chapter events, apply for scholarships, partake in mentoring/mentorships, and contribute to encouraging girls and women to consider aviation as a career. To join, visit WAI | Women in Aviation International Home

To give you a flavour of what it’s all about, here's a video of Women in Aviation International GIAD 2025
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=HefiJRFWS4R4GfiH&v=A8njB_pqz-E&feature=youtu.be

For those interested in attending, registration is open, but remember that spaces are limited.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfeVNvrlCY7aprKIr4TJfwcCZAfqcrjKGci54bJhNoYR058CA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&pli=1

Women in Aviation - Ireland Chapter, proudly sponsored by Stellaer 212 and ASG, is delighted to participate in Girls in Aviation Day 2026 on 19th September in conjunction with WAI chapters from around the world. The day will be held at Shannon Aviation Museum by pre-registration only and will run fr...

20/05/2026

A wonderful achievement and lasting legacy!
Lovely post thanks to The Ninety-Nines, Inc, International Organization of Women Pilots

On This Day in History — May 20, 1932
Ninety-four years ago today, Amelia Earhart climbed into the cockpit of her bright red Lockheed Vega and made history.

On May 20, 1932, Amelia Earhart set out to become the first woman to fly nonstop and solo across the Atlantic Ocean. Departing from Harbour Grace, Newfoundland, she landed in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, approximately 15 hours later — making her only the second person ever to solo the Atlantic, after Charles Lindbergh in 1927.
The feat made Earhart an instant worldwide sensation and proved she was a courageous and able pilot.

But her connection to women in aviation ran deeper than record-breaking flights. Earhart helped found the Ninety-Nines — the women’s flying organization that continues to champion licensed women pilots around the world to this day.

She didn’t just fly — she opened doors, broke barriers, and made the sky a place where women belonged.
Here’s to the bold ones.

03/12/2025

We are thrilled to celebrate and congratulate the newest and coolest Commercial Pilot in Ireland … WAI Ireland Chapter powerhouse Secretary and more … Ruth Bagnell 🎉🎉🎉

Huge work and achievement, we are all thrilled for you!