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The Power of the Web can be harnessed to increase female participation in General Aviation, especially because of the ease of networking and mentoring available everywhere. Many of these web links are gender specific for females to fly around the web to discover careers, scholarships, mentoring, and support their becoming a pilot.
According to the Pew Internet and American Life Project research released in 2009, 74% of American adults ages 18 and over use the internet. Generational differences of on-line activity vary with age. In the cohort 18 to 29 years of age, almost 90% report internet use. But, ages 30-49 are not far behind with 85% reporting frequent internet use. The older Boomers of 50-64 indicate 70% are frequent internet users. Those in the “Silent Generation” of over 65 years drop to only 35% reported use of the World Wide Web.
On-line uses are email, internet research and shopping. Older generations are much less likely to use social media/networks. The 24/7 access of internet makes it a very powerful tool for increasing the numbers of girls and women reached with the important General Aviation message and support.
Important Web Links in Alphabetical Order:
- www.aopa.org (opens in a new tab)
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association with connections to the AOPA Foundation and AOPA Air Safety Foundation, AOPA member services, general aviation news and updates. The Training & Safety button connects to Learn To Fly, Youth Education, Flight Schools and more.
- www.aviationautographs.com (opens in a new tab)
Interesting memorabilia, news and some current aviation events.
- www.avscholars.com (opens in a new tab)
Student gateway/portal to aviation career information, flight training options and aviation scholarships and loans.
- www.avweb.com (opens in a new tab)
Aviation news and columns about all aspects of aviation.
- www.awam.org (opens in a new tab)
Association for Women in Aviation Maintenance has membership, scholarship, conference and speakers network information. This organization was formed to champion women’s professional growth and opportunities in aviation maintenance.
- www.beasportpilot.com (opens in a new tab)
Paul Hamilton’s interesting and informative site on Sport Pilot, Powered Parachute Pilot, and Trike Pilot, as well as a blog, “Ask the Expert.”
- www.blueyondergirl.com (opens in a new tab)
Pilot gear for the Pilot Girl is the motto. Learn to Fly button at Rison Aviation in San Diego, CA.
- www.centennialofwomenpilots.com (opens in a new tab)
Official website of the Centennial of Licensed Women Pilots--great International network to share your enthusiasm and outreach efforts to promote more women in aviation. Interesting history of women in aviation.
- www.challengeair.com (opens in a new tab)
Challenge Air for kids and friends to use aviation to encourage life-changing experiences for physically challenged children and youth.
- www.cloudappreciationsociety.org (opens in a new tab)
The Cloud Appreciation Society with awesome cloud, sky, sunrises and sunset photos, membership information and cloud products. Join International cloud lovers, who love the sky.
- www.eaa.org (opens in a new tab)
Experimental Aircraft Association, in addition to member services and news, provides Learn to Fly and Sport Pilot, and Young Eagles information and encouragement to the aviation community. Chapter links help you to network at your own airport.
WomenVenture EAA Airventure Oshkosh has its own web address at
www.airventure.org/attractions/womenventure.html (opens in a new tab)A motivational site to encourage women, especially those attending EAA Air Venture at Oshkosh, WI. Women Soar-You Soar programs and schedule for women and teen girls are listed.
- www.faa.gov (opens in a new tab)
Federal Aviation Administration site with information on pilot certification.
- www.fai.org (opens in a new tab)
Federation Aeronautique Internationale - International general aviation world records.
- www.flygirls.org (opens in a new tab)
Wonderful tribute site to the WASP-Women’s Air Force Service Pilots of World War II. Over 25,000 outstanding and patriotic women responded to the call to join the first female flight training program in the US. Of more than 1,800 selected, 1,102 earned their wings. WASPs flew 60 million miles ferrying airplanes. Towed targets for live gunnery practice for guys on the ground. These brave women tested new and repaired airplanes. They were finally recognized on March 10, 2010, with the Congressional Gold Medal at an uplifting and moving ceremony in Washington DC. At that time, fewer than 300 WASPs were alive to know their efforts and military service are appreciated.
- www.girlscanfly.org (opens in a new tab)
Partnership of Phoenix Ninety-nines, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University and Arizona Cactus Pine Girl Scout Council to create Aviation Discovery Camp. A good example of collaborative efforts to encourage and mentor young girls in aviation.
- www.girlswithwings.com (opens in a new tab)
GWW-Excellent site for female pilots to sign up to be aviation role models and join the GWW crew or shop for products as “Penelope, The Pilot” books to encourage girls to explore aviation.
- www.iawa.org (opens in a new tab)
International Aviation Women's Association, which was organized for women in Executive positions and leadership in aviation and aerospace, included membership, conference, and scholarship information.
- www.iflyasa.com/2009/11/10/101-general-aviation-flight-training-scholarships/ (opens in a new tab)
Buttons for aviation education and General Aviation scholarships and awards.
- www.iswap.org (opens in a new tab)
International Society of Women Airline Pilots sometimes called ISA+21 to acknowledge the original 21 members who formed ISA in 1978. Site includes membership and scholarship information.
- www.iwasm.org (opens in a new tab)
International Women's Air & Space Museum (IWASM)-mission is to preserve the history of women in aviation and space by documenting their past, present and future contributions. In addition to preserving the history of women in aviation, the museum in Cleveland, Ohio, provided a wide variety of educational programs.
- www.justplanefun.com (opens in a new tab)
Plethora of airplane models, aviation toys and collectibles. Super NASA Space Crew female doll, Female Astronaut doll and several female Flight attendant dolls by airline. The Airline pilot doll is male.
- www.kingschools.com (opens in a new tab)
King Schools with Martha and John King is a pioneer in the delivery of video instruction for all levels of flight training.
- www.landings.com (opens in a new tab)
Aviation news and products, databases, the Student Pilot Resources button links to AOPA Flight Training Magazine FREE offers.
- www.ladieslovetaildraggers.com (opens in a new tab)
Where ladies share their passion for tail wheel airplanes and flying adventures.
- www.leaderstakeflight.com (opens in a new tab)
The ultimate Leadership Adventure Training through general aviation developed by pilots, Linda Castner and Dr. Sue Stafford.
- www.nafinet.org (opens in a new tab)
National Association of Flight Instructors has a super list of Flight Instructors by state and town with personal contact information for each.
- www.ninety-nines.org (opens in a new tab)
International Organization of Women Pilots founded in 1929 by 99 Licensed Women Pilots for the mutual support and advancement of aviation membership site. Features on outstanding women pilots, scholarship, air race, fun flying opportunities and interesting links.
- www.pilotmag.com (opens in a new tab)
Pilot Magazine on-line with aviation stories and aviation news headlines.
- www.planemercantile.com (opens in a new tab)
Lots of vintage gifts for and about vintage women pilots.
- www.powderpuffpilot.com (opens in a new tab)
Products for the feminine flyer. Pink is in.
- www.rodmachado.com (opens in a new tab)
Rod Machado provides important information on “How To Become a Pilot & Sport Pilot.” His article on “Finding a Good Flight Instructor” is a must read. Rod also has links to important aviation sites, provides excellent advice and aviation training information on his Aviation Learning Center with a light-hearted dose of humor and fun.
- www.Sheflies.com (opens in a new tab)
encouraging on-line place for women with an avid interest in aviation. Network site for female flight students and also women pilots forum. Shop for aviation jewelry, watches, clothing and pilot supplies.
- www.skygod.com (opens in a new tab)
Great aviation quotes.
- www.sportys.com (opens in a new tab)
Sporty’s Pilot Shop offers training and motivational aviation books, DVDs and software and lots of opportunity to shop on-line for supplies.
- www.VotawAviation.com (opens in a new tab)
Flight Instructor, Diana Votaw’s fun site about Tail wheel Endorsements at Hunter Field, Sparta IL. Good photo gallery.
- www.wai.org (opens in a new tab)
Official web site of Women in Aviation International. WAI membership information, events, conferences, chapters, scholarships, colleges, articles and on-line products.
- www.whirlygirls.org (opens in a new tab)
International Women Helicopter Pilots organization dedicated to the advancement of women pilots. The site includes membership, scholarship and events news.
- www.wingsacrossamerica.us/ (opens in a new tab)
Honoring Women Pilots, especially WASP of WWII, Women Airforce Service Pilots.
- www.wolf-aviation.org (opens in a new tab)
The Alfred L. and Constance C. Wolf Aviation Fund created to help individuals work together in support of general aviation.
- www.womenfly.com (opens in a new tab)
The Women Fly Project with on-line products just for women flyers. The “Your Stories” button encourages sharing photos and words about the joy and enthusiasm for flying.
- www.women-in-aviation.com (opens in a new tab)
A site established by women of NASA to encourage more young women to pursue careers in aviation and science. Information on educational opportunities, scholarships and grants.
- www.womensoutdoornews.com (opens in a new tab)
WON Women’s Outdoor News site. Good opportunity to promote general aviation to other women who enjoy adventure and outdoor sports.
- www.womensoaring.org (opens in a new tab)
Promotes all aspects of souring for women glider pilots. Membership site for Women Soaring Pilots Association.