Category Archives: women in aviation

Long-time NBAA executive Dina Green was promoted to the newly created role of chief of staff, responsible for ensuring that the association leverages “every opportunity to enhance how the organization serves its members and the industry.” Most recently v-p of events, Green will also continue to oversee VIP experiences at NBAA events and other gatherings.Read More

Just as the field of aviation has traditionally been dominated by men, women are now making their mark and soaring to new heights in the world of aviation. With a growing number of female aviators taking to the skies, women are breaking barriers and making significant contributions to the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, andRead More

The Women in Aviation International (WAI) board of directors is pleased to announce Lynda Coffman joined WAI as CEO. She leads the future business development and strategic direction of the 17,000-member strong nonprofit organization while partnering with the board of directors and overseeing staff and daily operations. Most recently, Lynda served as vice president ofRead More

While it’s major news for US aviation, Australia currently has three female airline CEOs. Jayne Hrdlicka has been at the helm of Virgin Australia since November 2020, Stephanie Tully at Jetstar since November 2022 and Vanessa Hudson succeeded Alan Joyce as Qantas Group CEO in September 2023. Other international airlines, such as KLM, Air France,Read More

Delta Air Lines, one of the world’s largest commercial carriers by fleet size, operates numerous aircraft types – from Airbus A350s all the way down to 9kg (20lb) DJI M300 autonomous drones. But the Atlanta-based carrier’s two drones – named “Dolly” and “Reba” – are not just for fun. They are central to a newRead More

Abu Dhabi Airports has announced the appointment of Elena Sorlini as its managing director and chief executive officer. Sorlini transitions into the role permanently after serving in an interim capacity since June 2023. Since joining Abu Dhabi Airports, Sorlini has overseen the successful opening of Abu Dhabi International Airport’s new state-of-the-art Terminal A, which ranksRead More

Air traffic controller Susie McGough reflects on the challenges, opportunities and joys of working in a regional tower. After spending nearly a decade as an air traffic controller in Melbourne, Susie McGough was ready for her next challenge, leaving the city behind and journeying to the outback. “I was encouraged by a colleague to tryRead More

Chloe Familton was feeling blessed as she ate her lunch on the tarmac while a group of F-35 military jets took off and landed nearby. Ms Familton, 18, was making a pit stop at Katherine airport in the Northern Territory, which is connected to one of the country’s most strategically important Royal Australian Air ForceRead More

Lina El Mallah has been promoted to the position of Senior Vice President (SVP) Organization Change and Systems, while Al-Anood Al-Suwaidi joins the company as SVP of Cargo for the MEAA region. Most recently, Lina El Mallah served as VP Lounges and VIP Services for Menzies Aviation. Based in Kuwait, Lina has more than 10Read More

Boeing has appointed Stephanie Pope as executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO) of The Boeing Company. In this newly created position, effective January 1, 2024, Pope will report to Boeing President and chief executive officer Dave Calhoun. As Boeing COO, Pope will oversee the performance of the company’s three business units with responsibilityRead More