Women of Aviation Worldwide Week (WOAW) is a global aviation awareness week for females across the globe. Originally marking the anniversary of the world’s first female pilot license on March 8, 1910, the week is a call to address the gender imbalance in the air and space industries.
This week we will be featuring remarkable aviation professionals from across the ACR Group of companies that make us succeed daily. We would like to thank every woman in the ACR Group for their ongoing support, and #ChooseToChallenge the status quo.
Here is a highlight of one of our talented team members.
What is your current role at Flight Data Systems?
I am a Program Manager.
What brought you to work in aviation?
I have been in aviation for most of my career. I was intrigued by the program manager role at Flight Data Systems so that is what brought me here.
How long have you been part of the Flight Data Systems team?
I have been part of the team for 8 months.
What do you find rewarding about your work at Flight Data Systems?
So far, one of the most rewarding things about working here is my co-workers.
What do you enjoy about working in aviation and what do you find challenging?
I really enjoy that team effort to accomplish tasks. Coordinating between different teams and people can also be a challenge at times.
What has been the most challenging obstacle in your career?
One of the most challenging obstacles in my life is maintaining a healthy work-life balance. I overcame this challenge by learning how to prioritize all the responsibilities.
What advice would you give to your 15-year old self?
I would advise my 15-year-old self to be flexible about plans and always be respectful of everyone.
Why is gender diversity within the industry important to you?
It is always valuable to have different perspectives at the table, especially for problem-solving.
What would you tell young females interested in joining the industry?
Always try to do your best.
Do you have a mentor or idol in aviation?
I do not.
What are some valuable life lessons that you have learned while working in aviation?
I’ve learned that it is always valuable to strive to do your best in everything.
To learn more about Women of Aviation Week, please visit https://womenofaviationweek.iwoaw.org/
