08/17/2026
Please join us in congratulating Mary Woody, Southeast Section, Appalachian Aviatrixes Chapter, on her graduation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide with a Master of Science in Aviation and Aerospace Sustainability, With Distinction for earning a 4.000 cumulative GPA! Mary was a 2025 Amelia Earhart Scholarship recipient.
Mary’s academic accomplishments extended beyond the classroom. During her graduate studies, an article she co-authored was accepted for publication in the peer-reviewed International Journal of Aviation Research, a tremendous achievement and reflection of her dedication to aviation research and sustainability.
Mary has also continued her outstanding service to The Ninety-Nines throughout her graduate program. In addition to serving as Co-Chair of the Appalachian Aviatrixes Chapter, she serves The Ninety-Nines at the Section level as Southeast Section Membership Chair and Social Media/Webmaster Chair. Through these roles, she has worked to strengthen our organization, support members, improve communication, and promote opportunities for women in aviation.
Mary shared her appreciation for the organization that has supported her throughout this journey:
“The Ninety-Nines has been an important part of this journey from beginning to end. Your encouragement, friendship, and belief in me gave me the support to pursue this degree and the means to see it through. I am deeply grateful to be part of an organization that not only inspires women to fly, but stands beside them as they pursue what comes next.”
We are incredibly proud of Mary and all she has accomplished. Her academic excellence, leadership, service, and commitment to a more sustainable future for aviation exemplify the very best of The Ninety-Nines.
Congratulations, Mary! We can't wait to see where this next chapter takes you!
