Ep 372: The Parallels Between Women in Aviation and Engineering With Elevate(her) Aviation Founder

Women make up only about 5-6% of pilots worldwide. How can women step into, and stay in, an industry where they are rarely represented — and what are the parallels with women in engineering? Katherine Moloney, pilot and founder of Elevate(her) Aviation, shares how she went from having no interest in flying to building a global organization that is reshaping who sees aviation as a career path. In conversation with Larry Guthrie, director of content strategy at the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), Katherine breaks down how visibility and representation impact who enters aviation, plus the structural changes needed for women to stay in the field. Hear how to reframe fear into curiosity, why small actions matter more than waiting to feel ready, and how building a supportive community can help women persist in technical fields. — The Society of Women Engineers is a powerful, global force uniting nearly 45,000 members of all genders spanning 90+ countries. We are the world’s largest advocate and catalyst for change for women in engineering and technology. To join and access all the exclusive benefits to elevate your professional journey, visit membership.swe.org.