Flying to new heights in Portugal
The decision to learn to fly is daunting enough for many prospective pilots. The selection of flying school and weather-related issues are a few of many to consider. We hear from BWPA member [...]
Call to BWPA members to share their flying experiences!
Firstly, a huge welcome to all our newest members. Isn’t it great to be a part of an ever-expanding community of like-minded people who support women in aviation. As the winter months begin to [...]
A portrait of the Queen for the Chairwoman’s Challenge
The BWPA presents several awards each year at the Festive Lunch to recognise remarkable achievement and commitment to aviation. Of these awards, the Chairwoman’s Challenge trophy is awarded to a [...]
Lara’s run of successes
International triathlon medallist Lara Greggs has just achieved her Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) at Stapleford Aerodrome and her Multi-Engine Piston (MEP) rating, and is now moving on to her [...]
Annabel’s wild Mustang flight with Stallion 51
While many British pilots have ‘flying the Spitfire’ on their bucket list, the Mustang has been my pin-up for as long as I can remember. In February 2023, I was able to experience this [...]
Flight for Noor – flying a special mission from Rougham to Angers
We love hearing from our scholarship winners! Recently, Fiona Smith, winner of the 2021 624squadron.com scholarship, told us how she used her funds. What a week it has been. With just shy [...]
Step inside a flight simulator centre open day
BWPA South Region Representative and easyJet Captain Lisa recently had the opportunity to show her daughter what a day in the life of a commercial airline pilot looks like… As an airline pilot, [...]
Less than one month to go to the Women’s World Gliding Championship 2022!
The BWPA is pleased to announce that we will be partners with this year’s Women’s World Gliding Championship, which is to be held in the UK. “I am so pleased that we have [...]
