Women Can Fly event at Warrenton Airport to introduce joys of aviation

Women Can Fly, a series of four special Saturday events scheduled in May and June, will introduce aviation to more girls and women in Virginia, according to a news release from the Virginia Department of Aviation. One event, May 10, will be at Warrenton Airport.

While the number of women working in the aviation industry has steadily increased, they are still underrepresented in the workforce and the number of women pilots is only 6% of the total pilot population.

Women Can Fly is an enjoyable and educational event where girls and women of all ages can learn more about flight through a variety of experiences.

These include static displays, special guests, simulation opportunities, preflight briefings, and a flight in a general aviation aircraft for participating girls and women.

The goal is to inform them about career opportunities as well as introduce them to the fun and camaraderie of general aviation.

Women Can Fly events will be held at Warrenton‐Fauquier Airport on May 10, 2014; Lynchburg Regional Airport on May 24, 2014; Hampton Roads Executive Airport on June 21, 2014; and Charlottesville‐Albemarle Airport on June 28, 2014.

Watch for additional details and how to register in April and May.