Learn a little 'bout life on
the road as a pilot!
The Women of NASA (WON) Langley Reseach Center (LaRC) website!
The WON LaRC website showcases diversified, professional (civil service)
women from NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) many of which support
NASA outreach programs such as the LaRC Federal Women's Program
Committee, the LaRC Speakers Bureau, the HEP@NASA LaRC program, and
LaRC Diversity Awareness Committee.

Read the WON profiles of the diverse women working at our NASA center
and some of the reviews from their student/teacher/parent visitors. Don't
forget to frequently visit this page to read about the latest participants
since this list of profiles is sure to grow!
http://oeop.larc.nasa.gov/fwp/won/
These websites are in line with the mission of GWW...
Whirly Girls are a diverse group of women spread throughout the world with
one glorious thing in common – they hold licenses to fly helicopters. The
Whirly-Girls organization is a non-profit, educational and charitable
organization dedicated to advancing women in helicopter aviation through
the industry’s largest pool of annual scholarships while providing women
helicopter pilots a forum for the exchange of information and opportunities.
Washington State Department of Transportation
Many great links to information and the sponsors for the Women Fly!
Event, which took place at the Museum of Flight in Seattle, WA, on March
16, 2007. It's a Special Event for Young Women Interested in Aviation and
Aerospace Careers.
...for the grown-up sites that support GWW see VIP links
Aviation at OSU
The Aviation Programs at Ohio State have been graduating professionals
since 1943. They offer a number of degree programs designed to match
your interests and abilities and prepare you for an Aviation Career.
Currently the Aviation Major is offered by 3 Colleges offering 2
Specializations, Aircraft Systems, (Professional Pilot) and Aviation
Management. No matter which Specialization or College you choose, you
will receive the opportunities, and the education of a world-class University.
Aviation at The Ohio State University
Degree Options for your Education
and Career
Space Camp
Founded in 1982, SPACE CAMP® will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary in
2007. Our entire summer season will be filled with many added activities
and events, including weekly astronaut appearances, special
commemorative graduation items, fun historical photos and much more. It’
s a great opportunity for Space Camp alumni to visit old friends, or new
campers to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime anniversary Space Camp experience!
SPACE CAMP uses space as a platform to excite and educate children ages
9 through 18, in the fields of math, science and technology with programs
from 3-13 days, during which teamwork, self-confidence and
communication will be achieved through state-of-the-art simulations,
missions, rocket-building and robotics.
Whirly Girls
CFPA
The Chick Fighter Pilot Association was started on June 30th, 2006 by a
group of female F-16 pilots from Luke Air Force Base in Arizona.  (Note:
though these pages might not be suitable for younger future Girls With
Wings, it is a good source for information.)
NASA
Latina Women of NASA
See also:
WASP on the Web
During World War II, a select group  of young women pilots became
pioneers, heroes, and role models...They were the Women Airforce Service
Pilots, WASP, the first women in  history trained to fly  American military
aircraft.  In memory of those we have lost and in honor of those we still
cherish...
WELCOME TO WASP on the WEB, a site dedicated to sharing the
history of the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II, and shining a
light on the inspirational stories of their lives before, during and after WWII.
Careers in Aviation
Careers in Aviation advances aerospace education and employment by
fostering scholarships, by connecting students with available assistance,
and by encouraging the aviation industry, professional associations,
government agencies, and the educational community to work together
effectively  supporting aviation and space career development programs.
You don't join CFPA, you just qualify.  The criteria include 1) you must be a
chick and 2) you must fly fighters.  Although there are many dudes who
sometimes act girlie, they still don't qualify.   Sorry guys.  Everyone is
welcome to join in on their message boards/forum, chatroom and
guestbook.  Please, stand up and introduce yourself!
Plane Mercantile Aviation Gifts
PlaneMercantile Aviation Gifts is the online store for one of
kind aviation items, specializing in Vintage Aviation pieces.  
This store is owned by Barbara Schultz, who spends a lot
of time searching for true aviation memorabilia. She even
has a pair of the original "Rosie the Riveter" overalls!
Check out her store - it is lots of fun!
YAA's mission is to introduce girls and boys to the exciting
world of aviation, unraveling the wonder and mystery of
flight, in a high-quality, engaging, half day, educational
program, which is held twice a year at the Ohio State
University Airport . YAA is expanding and also offers a
program in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Youth Aviation Adventure
Girls With Wings - Dreams Take Flight!
We use aviation to entertain and educate girls
about their limitless opportunities for personal growth.
Girls With Wings™
Lakewood, Oh
216.577.6131
Girls With Wings™ was formed
by  
Very Important Pilots, LLC
Girls With Wings - Dreams Take Flight!
SPACE CAMP®
25th Anniversary
www.spacecamp.com
YAA uses real aircraft in a fast paced, hands-on format designed to be
interesting, fun and educational. They also have downloadable materials
available that other organizations may incorporate into their educational
programs.
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Girls With Wings to your site?
Email.
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