Staff inspire next generation of aviation talent for International Women’s Day

Students from Stansted Mountfitchet spent the day getting a real feel for the huge range of careers in aviation as London Stansted welcomed them for a special International Women’s Day event.

Thirty pupils from Forest Hall School visited the Aerozone, the airport’s dedicated education centre, on Thursday 5 March, where they met female professionals working in all kinds of roles across the airport.

The students heard directly from a commercial airline pilot, security officers, and other operational and office staff about what their roles involve and how they developed their careers.

Throughout the visit, pupils explored the Aerozone’s hands on exhibits including a flight simulator and STEM  activities, all designed to spark curiosity and show them just how varied and exciting aviation can be.

Alex Smith, Education Manager at London Stansted, said the day was all about showing these young women what’s possible. Alex added:

"Empowering young females to explore careers in aviation is essential to building a more diverse and dynamic future for the industry. These events provide opportunities that many girls may never have considered. Encouraging this early engagement ensures the aviation sector can draw from the full breadth of local talent."