Throughout March, NBAA is celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting the important contributions women have made to aviation and the many opportunities available to them in the industry today. An important part of this conversation is acknowledging those who are working to ensure that all women in the industry are welcomed and respected. “There are so many women out there that are putting in the work,” noted Dreams Soar Founder and CEO Shaesta Waiz. “[They’re] just putting their hearts out there to help women in our industry feel connected and in a place where they feel like they can grow and be themselves.”
In this episode of NBAA’s “Flight Plan,” host Rob Finfrock speaks with:
Shaesta Waiz, around-the-world pilot and founder and CEO of Dreams Soar
The NBAA Flight Plan podcast, which ran from 2009 to 2025, provided an overview of important developments affecting NBAA members, and the association’s work to advocate for their interest. The archive of past episodes will remain available for your enjoyment. Please note that no new episodes will be released.
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