The Journey of Brazil’s Inspiring Woman Pilot

What does it take to overcome unimaginable loss and continue pursuing your dreams?In this inspiring episode of the NHCFAE Career Series Podcast, National Vice President Karen Perez sits down with Taína Nogueira Rodrigues, a Brazilian commercial pilot whose journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and purpose.After losing her father—also a pilot—in a tragic aviation accident, Taína stepped away from flying before finding the strength to return and honor his legacy. Today, she is pursuing advanced flight training in the United States, earning FAA certifications, receiving multiple aviation scholarships, mentoring future pilots, and inspiring women around the world to pursue careers in aviation.In this episode, you’ll learn about: Growing up in a family of pilots in Brazil Overcoming grief and finding purpose Transitioning from Brazilian aviation to the FAA system Aviation scholarships that helped make her dream possible The importance of mentorship and the 99s leadership program Women in aviation and increasing representation Her dream of flying seaplanes to serve remote communities in Alaska Advice for aspiring pilots around the worldWhether you’re an aspiring aviator, aviation professional, student, or simply looking for a story of perseverance, this conversation is sure to inspire you. Subscribe for more inspiring aviation stories from the National Hispanic Coalition for Aviation Excellence (NHCFAE). Learn more about NHCFAE:https://nhcfae.org Listen on your favorite podcast platform:• Spotify• Apple Podcasts• Amazon MusicFollow NHCFAE for scholarship opportunities, career resources, mentorship, and aviation leadership content.#WomenInAviation #Pilot #Aviation #Mentorship #Scholarships #Brazil #FAA #CommercialPilot #AviationCareer #Leadership #NHCFAE #CareerSeries #LatinasInAviation #WomenWhoFly #FuturePilot