Junior Girl Scout Troop 25066 and Brownie Troop 25160 in Lakeville had a special aviation lesson on Monday, April 23rd. This was special because less than 6 percent of all pilots are female. This unique experience exposed them to a wide range of career possibilities not normally sought out by women.
Four local flight instructors presented the science of flight, famous women aviators, practical knowledge on obtaining a Private Pilot license, and how to plan a flight. Girls rotated through the stations armed with questions and eager faces.
The day was the first event that will help the girls earn a Discover Aviation badge. The second activity will take place on May 18th at the Airlake Airport where the girls will get an opportunity to go on an airplane ride, learn to pre-flight a real plane and have conversations with representatives from the 99’s, Civil Air Patrol, Red Tail Squadron and others. Space is still available for other young females to take flight. Visit www.penguinflight.net/girls-aviation-day for more information.
