Emma’s aviation journey began in 2023 when she and I met at a BETA Technologies’ Summer Fest. Her interest in aviation was immediate and genuine, and when I invited her to visit our hangar at Franklin County State Airport, she was hooked.

Our Women Build Planes team took a well-deserved break from riveting and wrenching to visit the world-famous Ben & Jerry’s Factory, in Waterbury Vermont. To say the team had fun would be an understatement!

Our visit to the Vermont Bankers Association Women in Leadership Presentation in Montpelier, VT, at the Capital Plaza Hotel was an unforgettable experience. Habitat for Aviation had the honor of presenting in front of over 144 women from the banking industry, sharing our mission to inspire the next generation of young women in aviation.

Disa "Granny" Tatro, affectionately known as the Hanger Granny for Habitat for Aviation, is a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and community. Granny is known at the Franklin County Airport in Highgate, Vermont, where she wears many hats.

Our day began with the excitement and anticipation of gathering the "Rosies" for a memorable experience at WDEV's Vermont Viewpoint in Waterbury, VT.

It’s not everyday a writer from a top aviation magazine flies in with his yellow Taylor Craft, Woodstock, to check out our aviation program and meet our Modern Rosies.

We are grateful for the incredible generosity of Karyn King of SkyQueen Jewelry. Karyn has been a steadfast supporter of Habitat for Aviation, and her contributions have made a significant impact on both our Rosies and the community.

We are beyond excited to share that Habitat for Aviation has been nominated for a cash donation from 100 Women Who Care Franklin County, an incredible group committed to providing financial support to non profit organizations that make a strong impact in Franklin County, Vermont.

Our visit to the Johnson Woolen Mill for a master class with Gene Richards was an unforgettable experience for all of us at Habitat for Aviation. As we first entered the doors of the Johnson Woolen Mill, we were immediately struck by the beauty and charm of the store.

A big shoutout to Bonnie Pease for her incredible contributions to the growth of our aviation library! Bonnie, known affectionately as "Auntie Bonnie" at the hangar, has been an unwavering source of support and generosity.

Tech Jam, an annual career and tech expo, was once again a fantastic opportunity for Habitat for Aviation to connect with local businesses, organizations, future innovators — and give out STICKERS!

We were incredibly honored to be a part of the Women Can Do! Conference, an inspiring event that brought over 500 female high school students from across the state to the Randolph Center campus.

We were deeply honored to host Bram Klepner, the great-nephew of Amelia Earhart and a state legislator for Chittenden County, Vermont, at Habitat for Aviation. Bram’s connection to aviation is undeniable, as his grandmother was Amelia Earhart's sister, making him a part of a family legacy that changed the course of aviation history.

Habitat for Aviation had the privilege of presenting to the Highgate Selectboard and town manager, an exciting opportunity to share our mission and the work we’re doing to empower young women in aviation.

In September, Habitat for Aviation proudly cheered on Abby Demar and her team at the Spike Out Cancer volleyball event at BFA St. Albans. Granny, Beth, and Taylor showed up in our signature pink overalls, ready to support both the team and the cause.

Habitat for Aviation’s Women Build Planes team was thrilled to participate in the Green Mountain Aviation Field Days, which drew over 8,000 attendees—the largest aviation event Vermont has seen in more than 30 years.

Women Builds Planes Team presented two workshops at the Women in Leadership Conference, co-hosted by the Vermont Superintendents Association and the Vermont Principals’ Association in Killington, VT

Ashwil Bell's inspiring article has been published in Aviation for Girls, a magazine from Women in Aviation, and will be included in thousands of bags distributed to girls worldwide as part of Girls in Aviation Day.

At the Girl Scout Role Model Night at Georgia Elementary School, Habitat for Aviation had the privilege of spending an inspiring evening with the local Girl Scout troops.

By redefining aviation education through real-world practice and mentorship, Habitat for Aviation serves as a scalable blueprint for workforce development, ensuring a more diverse and inclusive future in aerospace.