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Explore Behind-the-Scenes at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport during Girls Take Flight

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Published
10/03/2024 by

On Saturday, September 21, 2024, media are invited to tour Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport during Girls Take Flight – a free event designed to inspire and empower girls and underrepresented groups to explore careers in aviation and aerospace.

Girls Take Flight aims to break down barriers and encourage girls and underrepresented groups to pursue their dreams in the dynamic and rewarding fields of aviation and aerospace. Through hands-on activities, interactive exhibits and inspiring talks from industry professionals, participants will gain valuable insights and motivation to consider these rewarding careers.

WHAT: In partnership with PortsToronto, Porter Airlines, Nieuport Aviation and Stolport, Girls Take Flight at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport will offers visitors the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of aviation and aerospace, including:

  • Close-Up Aircraft Views: Get an exclusive, up-close look at various aircraft and learn about their functionality and design. Stolport, Porter Airlines and Ornge hangars will be open and accessible to the public during this event.
  • Inspiring Speakers: Hear from female pilots, engineers and mechanics (among others) about their journeys and achievements. See a full list of speakers here.
  • Career Guidance: Learn about educational pathways and career opportunities in aviation and aerospace.
  • Interactive Exhibits: Engage in flight simulations, aircraft engineering challenges and more. See a full list of exhibitors here.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and like-minded peers.
  • Exploration Flights: Volunteer pilots connecting participants with the joy of flying. A limited number of exploration flights will be available to young women and girls ages 8 to 17.

 

Learn more about our exhibitors and view a map of the event on our website.  

 

WHO:             

RJ Steenstra, President and CEO, PortsToronto
   

WHEN:           

Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
   

WHERE:         

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, 2 Eireann Quay, Toronto, ON
   

PHOTO OP:   

Media are invited to tour Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport as part of Girls Take Flight, conduct interviews with participants and visitors and take photos and/or video. 

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