Launching women to the skies

We recently wrote about the Stewardess Rebellion of the 1970s and the recent (albeit slow) progress that has been made regarding sexism in aviation. While it is true that there has been progress for female flight attendants …

Elle, her driveBritta Reineke5 August 2022Women, Aviation

The stewardess who said no

In 2021, Ukrainian budget airline SkyUp officially changed their stewardess uniforms from the typical form-fitting shirt and skirt set to a bright orange loose-fit pantsuit – with Nike Airs on their feet. This might not sound …

Elle, convergenceBritta Reineke8 April 2022Aviation, Women

'5+1' with Lufthansa Pilot Melanie Wandel

Lately on our flight to Munich, we met Lufthansa pilot Melanie Wandel. Melanie let’s us know if becoming a pilot was always her dream and which personal challenges she experienced on her way into the cockpit …

Elle, 5plus1Britta Reineke4 February 2021Interview, Lufthansa, Aviation Comment

'5+1' with Boeing 747 cargo pilot Eva Marseille

To work in the flight deck means to work in a male-dominated environment. We talked to Eva Marseille and got to know more about her inspiring way of becoming a pilot. Learn more about the …

Elle, 5plus1Britta Reineke22 December 2020Interview, Aviation, BoeingComment

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