Girls in Aviation Gulf Coast 2024

A Day of Inspiration and Exploration at the National Naval Aviation Museum

The skies are set to be a little brighter this November as the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation, in collaboration with Women in Aviation International, proudly presents "Girls in Aviation Gulf Coast 2024." This dynamic event is dedicated to sparking passion and inspiration among young women eager to explore aviation and aerospace careers. 

Event Highlights
We are thrilled to announce that Michelle Curran, a former United States Air Force (USAF) major and an esteemed pilot with the USAF Thunderbirds, will be one of our keynote speakers. Known by her callsign “Mace,” Curran has made history as the lead solo pilot for the Thunderbirds and was only the fifth woman to join this prestigious demonstration squadron. Her journey, including her time as the opposing solo pilot in 2019 and leading the solo team in 2020 and 2021, promises to be an inspiring highlight of the day.

Attendees will have the rare opportunity to connect with trailblazing women from diverse aviation industry sectors. These remarkable women, including air traffic controllers, aviation maintenance experts, and service members from the US Coast Guard (USCG), Navy (USN), Marine Corps (USMC), and Air Force (USAF), will share their experiences and insights. Their stories will illuminate the many exciting career paths available in aviation.

The event will feature a variety of interactive, hands-on STEM activities designed to engage and educate. Highlights include:
•Lockwire Bracelets: Learn about the engineering principles behind this essential aviation tool while crafting your own unique bracelet.
•Straw Rockets and Airplane Launches: Dive into the basics of aerodynamics with fun, interactive experiments.
•Fling Flyer Badge: Girl Scouts will have the chance to earn their Fling Flyer Badge with the Girl Scout Gateway Council.
•Simulator Flights: Experience the exhilaration of flying through engaging simulator sessions led by female aviators.
Additionally, participants can enjoy creative aviation-themed activities, such as decorating their own aviator sunglasses, adding a fun twist to the day’s events.

Girls in Aviation Gulf Coast 2024 promises to be an enriching day of discovery, learning, and empowerment. Whether you’re a young woman with dreams of soaring in the aviation field or a supporter ready to encourage these ambitions, this event is your chance to ignite a passion for aviation and explore its vast opportunities.

Mark your calendars and get ready for a day filled with inspiration and excitement as we celebrate and support the next generation of women in aviation!