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Girls Take Flight

Girls Take Flight at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is an exciting event established to break down barriers and encourage a new generation to pursue their dreams in the dynamic and rewarding fields of aviation and aerospace. The event offers a fun opportunity for young people to advance their STEM learning and explore future careers with leaders in the industry.

About Girls Take Flight

Girls Take Flight at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport will include inspiring exhibitors, hands-on activities, static aircraft displays, flight simulations and talks given by female pilots, engineers and mechanics. These activities are free and open to all.


SAVE THE DATE!
GIRLS TAKE FLIGHT 2025 WILL TAKE PLACE ON
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4


What to Expect

  • Close-Up Aircraft Views: Get an exclusive, up-close look at various static aircraft and learn about their functionality and design.
  • Inspiring Speakers: Hear from female pilots, engineers and mechanics (among others) about their journeys and achievements.
  • Career Guidance: Learn about educational pathways and career opportunities in aviation and aerospace.
  • Interactive Exhibits: Engage in flight simulations, aircraft engineering challenges and more.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and like-minded peers.
  • Exploration Flights: Volunteer pilots connecting participants with the joy of flying. A limited number of exploration flights will be available to young women and girls ages 8 to 17.
  • Exciting prizes: To be won from our event partners.

Who Should Attend

  • Girls interested in aviation, aerospace, science, technology engineering and math (STEM).
  • Educators and parents looking to support and guide girls toward these careers.
  • Industry professionals who want to mentor and inspire the next generation.
  • College and university representatives seeking to promote their aviation and aerospace programs.
  • Anyone passionate about promoting diversity and representation in these fields.

Girls Take Flight is free to attend! Join us for a day of discovery, learning and inspiration.