WAI Draws Crowds in Return of a Live Show
Attendees at WAI2022, one of the largest yet, heard stories of trailblazing women, including the first female fixed-wing Afghan Air Force pilot.
Among the activities at Girls in Aviation Day, held on the last day of 33d annual International Women in Aviation Conference, was the decoration of an Embraer Legacy. The colorful Legacy is to head to Nashville International Airport where it will be placed on display. (Photo: Kerry Lynch/AiN)
Among the activities at Girls in Aviation Day, held on the last day of 33d annual International Women in Aviation Conference, was the decoration of an Embraer Legacy. The colorful Legacy is to head to Nashville International Airport where it will be placed on display. (Photo: Kerry Lynch/AiN)

The 33rd edition of the Women in Aviation International (WAI) annual conference wrapped up on Saturday after hosting more than 4,500 attendees from 16 countries and awarding 103 scholarships totaling $473,000. Organizers called the three-day show one of WAI’s largest events, following the virtual event in 2021.