Aviation in Reach

Empowering diverse talent for a more inclusive aviation industry.
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Time to introduce you to another of our new Trustees!

Today it's AJ Thompson, also a Royal Navy Officer, who believes aviation thrives when it attracts diverse talent, & making the industry accessible & inclusive is crucial so it benefits from varied perspectives & experiences.

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We're so excited to introduce our new Trustees! First up is Dal Nwokora, a Royal Navy Officer with experience of both engineering & flying. Having been mentored himself during his career, he's the perfect addition to help further our mission to bring aviation to a wider audience.

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Ever wondered how pilots see and avoid weather, and how this works when you're not the only one up there?

Our latest blog post is a collaboration between pilot and ATC - head to our link in bio 🔗 to read the full thing.

Got a question? Drop it in the comments ⬇️

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It’s #NationalEngineeringDay - a time to celebrate the people who keep the aviation industry running!

But it’s also a reminder: engineering still lacks diversity. We’re working to change that through free mentoring for women and those from minority ethnic backgrounds.

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It's not every day that you get to step inside one of the UK's air traffic control centres!

Last month, a group of Aviation in Reach mentees & mentors visited @NATS Swanwick and did just that!
Read the full blog post through our Link in Bio 🔗

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Happy #InternationalDayOfTheAirTrafficController to our ATCO colleagues, mentors, and aspiring future controllers!

Thank you to all who keep the skies safe 💛

#ATCODay #celebrating #MentorshipMatters #AirTrafficControl #WomenInAviation

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That's why we offer these group exercises to our mentees; to give them the tools they need to have the best chance at achieving their goals, and helping make aviation a better, more diverse industry.

Like, share and follow to help us continue #PuttingAviationInReach (5/5)

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Ever wondered what it's like to face a group exercise assessment? Here's one we recently ran for our mentees:

It's 9pm, the airport has been closed for an electrical failure & due to reopen at 10pm. All departing aircraft must be airborne by 11pm due to nighttime curfew...(1/5)

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Groups exercises are used by airlines to test leadership skills, communication and decision-making under pressure, and are one of the hardest parts of the recruitment process. Particularly if you've never had the chance to practice. (4/5)

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In May, we got to visit RAF Odiham.

A group of mentees and mentors got to explore the station and get up close to the Chinooks and the ATC tower. Everyone had a great time and the day was a fantastic success!

Read the full blog post through the link in our bio 🔗

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Calling all mentees & aspiring aviation professionals who don’t yet work with us - the Royal Aeronautical Society @AeroSociety have their ‘Careers in Aerospace & Aviation Live’ event on 5 November and it’s FREE to attend.

Sign up here: https://t.co/qyqxiIr0va

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Passionate about shaping the future of aviation? ✈️

We're looking for civil pilots with 3+ years of experience to join our volunteer team and empower diverse talent.

Ready to inspire the future? Check our bio for more info 🔗

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When your mentor becomes your passenger!

This is what we mean when we say we're building a community. This is what we mean when we say #MentorshipMatters - building connections that last beyond our mentorship scheme.

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Looking to get more involved?

What if you had the chance to:
💛 Spread the word on socials
💛 Be a recognised part of our community
💛 Get exclusive AiR merchandise

We want to reward existing supporters & invite others to join! You in? Comment ⬇️ and look out for the poll!

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Which would you wear?

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We need your help...

We're trialling some AiR merchandise, and we can't decide what should make the cut. Should we go:
👉Classic T-shirt
👉Smart-casual polo
👉Both?

Your votes will help us choose what we (and maybe you 👀) could be wearing in the future. Cast your votes below!

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📣Applications update📣

We've been blown away by the number of applications for our next cohort - thank you to everyone who applied!

If you didn't get the chance to apply, don't worry! Applications will reopen in 2026 for our next intake.