Women In Aviation
Changing Role of Women in Aviation
Gone are the days of women working solely as stewardesses, secretaries and waitresses. For years, the only careers within aviation that women did hold were ticketing agents or stewardesses. In today's modern times, anything may be possible.
With a proper education and special training, a number of careers are available to women in aviation. Women can hold the role of airplane pilot, but there is far more out there. Women can work as aviation electrical engineers, aircraft mechanics, space shuttle pilots, aircraft design, air traffic control, and more. For those wanting more traditional roles, even the role of the stewardess, now called flight attendants, has changed over the years. With the advent of September 11th, flight attendants tend to be trained to handle unruly passengers and work closely with U.S. Marshals on all flights.
With decent salaries available, it is not surprising that women are looking into careers in aviation. As demand for qualified pilots increases, women may find this to be a strong employment market for both men and women.
