EPISODE · Sep 3, 2025 · 4 MIN
(Preview) What It Takes to Keep F-35 Fighter Jets Mission-Ready: Ryan Bass
from Fly Girls' Guide to Aviation Careers · host René Banglesdorf
In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René joins Ryan Bass, a Navy veteran and aircraft mechanic who now works on F-35 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin’s flightline. From running engines on the flight line to proving herself in male-dominated hangars, Ryan shares how grit, precision, and passion have fueled her aviation journey.In this Episode You’ll Hear:What it’s like to work on the Navy’s F-18s and Lockheed’s F-35 programWhy attention to detail is everything in aviation maintenanceThe challenges—and pride—of being one of the few women on the flight lineStay tuned for the full episode release to hear Ryan’s story in aviation!Connect with UsSubscribe to the show so you don’t miss future stories from women shaping the skies. And if you enjoyed today’s episode, leave a review and share it with a friend. It’s one of the best ways to help us grow the Fly Girls’ Guide community! https://weareflygirls.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/weareflygirls/ https://www.instagram.com/weareflygirls_ https://www.facebook.com/weareflygirls https://www.youtube.com/@weareflygirls
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In this upcoming episode of Fly Girls’ Guide to Aviation Careers, René joins Ryan Bass, a Navy veteran and aircraft mechanic who now works on F-35 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin’s flightline. From running engines on the flight line to proving herself in male-dominated hangars, Ryan shares how grit, precision, and passion have fueled her aviation journey. In this Episode You’ll Hear: What it’s like to work on the Navy’s F-18s and Lockheed’s F-35 programWhy attention to detail is everything ...
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