Peggy Chabrian

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Peggy Chabrian (born 1954) is an American aviation educator, and founder of Women in Aviation International (WAI). [1] [2]

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Career

Chabrian began her professional career in higher education as a university professor and administrator, specializing in aviation-related academic programs. [3] She later became a certified flight instructor and served as a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) designated pilot examiner. [4] In 1994, she established Women in Aviation International (WAI), a nonprofit organization focused on supporting women in aviation and aerospace. [5]

Recognition

In 2024, Chabrian was inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame. [6]

References

  1. ↑ "WAI founder Dr. Peggy Chabrian receives 2020 Cliff Henderson Trophy". Skies Mag. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
  2. ↑ Boatman, Julie (2019-07-25). "Women in Aviation President Chabrian Announces Retirement". FLYING Magazine. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
  3. ↑ "Dr. Peggy Baty Chabrian | National Air and Space Museum". airandspace.si.edu. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
  4. ↑ "WAI founder, aerobatic star tapped for First Flight Society — General Aviation News". generalaviationnews.com. 2024-12-19. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
  5. ↑ "CAP Foundation Board Adds Women in Aviation Intl. Founder". CAP Foundation Board Adds Women in Aviation Intl. Founder. Retrieved 2025-04-05.
  6. ↑ Jetpack. "The National Aviation Hall of Fame Announces the "Class of 2024" | National Aviation Hall of Fame" . Retrieved 2025-04-05.
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