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Denver's United Airlines Ignites Dreams for Aspiring Female Aviators

By Fern Greenthumb

January 31, 2020

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Colorado's "Girls in Aviation Day" shines a spotlight on the limitless skyward opportunities awaiting young women.

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Denver's United Airlines hub is not just about flights; it's a beacon for aspiring female aviators to chase their dreams.

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Denna Scott, a 14-year-old attendee, remarked, "Seeing the airline world in real life, not just in movies, is truly eye-opening."

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Adriana Bendeck Rodriguez, United Airlines' trailblazing youngest female pilot at 28, embodies the spirit of soaring beyond boundaries.

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"My aviation journey began with a Christmas gift of flight lessons," shared Rodriguez, hoping to inspire the next generation of female pilots.

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From cockpit experiences to understanding airplane mechanics, the event was a hands-on dive into the world of aviation for these young dreamers.

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Jonna McGrath, the first female VP of the Denver Hub, proves that the sky isn't the limit—it's just the beginning.

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Denna Scott emphasized, "While we need more women in aviation, it's heartening to see that we're not absent; we're flying high and making waves."

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