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About WAI

Women In Aviation, International began in 1990 and was formally established in 1994 to encourage women to seek opportunities in aviation. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, of the nearly 700,000 active pilots in the United States, less than six percent are women and only slightly more than two percent ATP rated. Women account for only 2.13 percent of the more than 540,000 non-pilot aviation jobs in the United States.

Women in Aviation, International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the encouragement and advancement of women in all aviation career fields and interests. Our 14,000+ membership includes astronauts, corporate pilots, maintenance technicians, air traffic controllers, business owners, educators, journalists, flight attendants, high school and university students, air show performers, airport managers and many others.

We provide year-round resources to assist women in aviation and to encourage young women to consider aviation as a career. WAI also offers educational outreach programs to educators, aviation industry members and young people nationally and internationally.

In addition, WAI promotes public understanding of the accomplishments and contributions of women in aviation. This includes historic notables such as Amelia Earhart, Bessie Coleman, Eileen Collins, Jeana Yeager, Nicole Malachowski and many others.

Quick Facts 2007

Definition
Women in Aviation, International (WAI) is a nonprofit organization that encourages the advancement of women in all aviation career fields and interests.

History
WAI began in 1990 and was formally established in 1994 as a nonprofit organization. The first International Women in Aviation Conference was held in Prescott, Arizona, in 1990.

Membership Classification (percentage of members)
79% Individual (Professionals/Enthusiasts)
1% International (Overseas residents)
18% Student (High school/College and University students)
2% Corporate (Organizations/Corporations)
(More than 14,000 active members)

Member Benefits*
Aviation for Women, the official publication of Women in Aviation, International.Published by-monthly, it includes features on women in different facets of the aviation industry, regular columns on current issues, scholarship information, job openings, calendar of events, organizational and industry news, chapter news, reviews of current resources, women’s health and aviation experiences.

Annual Conference for women and men in all fields of aviation and aerospace. Member discounts available.
Regional Conferences. Member discounts available.
Web site with the latest news, conference information and job postings: www.wai.org
Government and industry representation
Educational outreach programs
Network base for personal and career development
Calendar of events
Scholarships in many aviation fields
Merchandise and services discounts
Aeromedical Advisory Partnership
Chapters

* Corporate members receive these additional benefits: exhibit discounts at the annual conference, advertising discounts in Aviation for Women magazine and the conference program book and listings in WAI publications.

Annual Conference

General sessions, seminars, educational sessions and tours
Networking with more than 3,500 attendees
Employment opportunities and more than 180 exhibits
Special events, Scholarship awards, Pioneer Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
2007 Dates/Location: February 15-17, Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, FL
2008 Dates/Location: March 13-15, Town & Country Resort, San Diego, CA

Attendee Profile
Aviation professionals and enthusiasts, both female and male, including aeronautical engineers, air show performers, air traffic controllers, business owners and managers, educators, flight attendants, flight instructors, hobbyists, mechanics, pilots (airline/corporate/military/general aviation), aviation writers and more

Exhibitor Profile
Aerospace companies, airlines, avionics firms, colleges and universities, manufacturers, the military, museums, publications, aviation apparel businesses, aviation associations and more

Source: www.wai.org/about.cfm

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