The aim of the Australian Women Pilots’ Association is to foster closer relationships and unity among women pilots, to assist women to undertake flying in Australia and elsewhere, and to develop public interest in aviation, especially among women generally to assist in the development of aviation.

The Association awards over $100,000 in aviation scholarships annually to members and non-members.

Scholarships & Awards

Scholarships and Awards

AWPA awards over $100, 000 in aviation scholarships annually. There are options for all experience levels, members and non-members.

Membership Levels

Membership

AWPA has members aged 16 and above whose experience ranges from pre-solo students to commercial, airline and military pilots with more than 20,000 hours each.

Learning To Fly

Learning To Fly

Learning to fly can be a challenge but also rewarding, giving you a sense of personal achievement that can also lead to aviation careers.

🚀 From Australian skies to orbit The Australian Women Pilots’ Association is proud to support our member and qualified astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg in her quest to undertake a long-duration mission aboard the International Space Station. The European Space Agency has invited the Australian Government to support a spaceflight mission for Katherine. This is a rare opportunity to strengthen Australia’s place in the global space industry, support Australian research and technology, and inspire the next generation to pursue careers in aviation and STEM. The Australian Government is considering the opportunity now, and public support matters. So we’re asking you to get behind the campaign, support Katherine and contact your local federal MP to show your support. There’s lots of information and resources available at www.flykatherine.com.au. Let’s help Katherine fly the Australian flag in space. 🇦🇺 #flyKatherine #AWPA #WomenInAviation #AustralianSpace
✈️ The AWPA merch store is now live! You can now show your AWPA pride wherever your flying takes you, with a range of branded caps, T-shirts and fleeces available to order online. There’s something for every wardrobe, and the merch also makes a great gift for the aviation enthusiast in your life! Orders will be processed three times a year, on 1 March, 1 July and 1 October, so there's plenty of time to get your order in before the next run in October! Visit the online store and place your order today: www.awpa.org.au/shop #AWPA #AustralianWomenPilots #WomenInAviation #AWPAMerch
"A mile of road can take you a mile down the road, but a mile of runway can take you anywhere." $100k+ in scholarships. One runway full of women supporting each other's aviation aspirations. The @qantas AWPA runway presentation dinner at this year's national conference in Airlie Beach was an unforgettable night. A huge thank you to all our conference and in-kind sponsors for making this incredible annual event possible. #AustralianWomenPilots #WomenInAviation #AWPA @qantas @aipa_pilots @leidosinc @unisqaus @airlinkau @pilatusaircraft #maroombaairlines
Welcome on board Airlink! We'd like to thank Air Link for supporting the 2026 Australian Women Pilots’ Association Conference in Airlie Beach as a valued sponsor. Since 1974, Air Link has proudly connected passengers across Australia and the South Pacific. Now more than 50 years on, they operate their own fleet of aircraft from bases in Brisbane, Sydney, Dubbo and Melbourne, flying scheduled routes and charter services throughout regional Australia. Their long-standing commitment to regional aviation and support of the broader aviation community makes them a valued partner of AWPA and our 2026 conference. Thank you, @airlinkairlines for helping us bring Australia’s women pilots together in Airlie Beach. See you in Airlie Beach 6–10 May 🏝️ #AWPA2026 #WomenInAviation #AirlieBeach #AirLink #AustralianWomenPilots
We’re proud to welcome and thank Leidos as a first-time supporter of the Australian Women Pilots’ Association National Conference, as the naming rights sponsor of the "Sun Sea and Sky" dinner. As a global leader in aviation, defence and technology, Leidos plays a key role in supporting Australia’s aviation industry and advancing the future of aerospace capability. Their support of AWPA and women in aviation helps make events like this possible, bringing together pilots and industry professionals from across the country to connect, learn and celebrate our shared passion for flight. Thank you, @leidos, for backing the future of aviation and helping us make the 2026 conference one to remember. See you in Airlie Beach 6–10 May 🏖️ #AWPA2026 #WomenInAviation #AirlieBeach #Leidos #WomenPilots
Conference Sponsor Acknowledgement ✈️ We’re very pleased to welcome @pilatusaircraft as a major sponsor of the upcoming 2026 National Conference in Airlie Beach. Founded in 1939, Pilatus develops and produces the world’s most unique aircraft, from the legendary PC-12 to the PC-7 MKX, PC-21 and now the PC-24. Our members have collectively clocked up many memories and hundreds of thousands of hours training in and flying these aircraft, and we thank @pilatusaircraft for your support of the AWPA and women in aviation. Join us in Airlie Beach from 6–10 May 2026 #AWPA #WomenInAviation #AWPAConference2026 #AirlieBeach #womenpilots #pilatusaircraft
We’re very pleased to welcome the University of Southern Queensland as a major sponsor of the 2026 Australian Women Pilots’ Association Conference in Airlie Beach. @unisquas is playing an important role in shaping the next generation of aviation professionals through its Bachelor of Aviation program. It is also the only university in Australia with both a Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 flight simulator, giving students real-world training from day one. Their support of AWPA reflects their commitment to developing women in aviation and creating clear pathways into the industry. We’re grateful to have UniSQ backing this year’s conference and supporting future women pilots. Join us in Airlie Beach from 6–10 May 2026! #AWPA #WomenInAviation #AWPAConference2026 #AirlieBeach #womenpilots #UniSQ
We’re delighted to welcome @MaroombaAirlines as a major sponsor of the 2026 Australian Women Pilots’ Association Conference in Airlie Beach. Maroomba has been connecting industries and communities across regional Australia since 1985, and provides flexible, tailored charter services for mining, corporate, government, and private customers. We are grateful for their ongoing backing of AWPA, which helps support the next generation of women pilots. Join us in Airlie Beach from 6–10 May 2026! #AWPA #WomenInAviation #AWPAConference2026 #AirlieBeach #AviationAustralia @MaroombaAirlines
We’re excited to welcome the @aipa_pilots on board as a Conference and Industry Forum Sponsor and exclusive Pilot Association Partner for this year’s upcoming National Conference in Airlie Beach. AIPA represents Qantas Group pilots in airline operations within Australia and around the world, advocating for its members' interests in industrial representation, safety and operational standards, as well as offering member wellbeing and legal support. Thank you AIPA for your support of AWPA and women pilots 👩‍✈️ Join us in Airlie Beach from 6–10 May 2026! #AWPA #AIPA #WomenInAviation #AWPAConference2026 #AirlieBeach #AviationAustralia #WomenPilots #ABC2026 @aipa_pilots
We’re so excited to welcome @qantas as the sponsor of the Qantas AWPA Runway Presentation Dinner at the 2026 Australian Women Pilots’ Association Conference in Airlie Beach. This very special evening will be the highlight of the conference as guests gather under the stars on the runway at Shute Harbour Airport for a memorable night celebrating women in aviation. The dinner includes the annual scholarship awards, awarding over $110,000 to the next generation of women pilots and aviation professionals to progress their careers. For more than 100 years, Qantas has played a major role in shaping aviation in Australia, and we’re delighted to welcome their support for women pilots and aviation professionals. See you in Airlie Beach 🏖️ ✈️ #AWPA #WomenInAviation #AWPAConference2026 #AirlieBeach #AviationAustralia @Qantas
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The Next Annual Conference & AGM

Orange 31st March – 4th April 2027

Our Supporters

As a Not-for-Profit organisation, the Australian Women Pilots’ Association owes its success to the volunteers who give up many hours of their time and our sponsors who continue to support us in our mission. We sincerely thank you for your ongoing support.

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Australian Womens Pilots' Association
Air BP
Australian Government Civil Aviation Safety Authority
QBE
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