Women Military Aviators - Public

Women Military Aviators - Public Preserving the past, promoting the present, and protecting the future of women in military aviation. Women Military Aviators, Inc.

was formed by two groups of women pilots separated by 39 years of history. In March 1978, a small group of Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) formed and incorporated the Women’s Military Pilots Association (WMPA), Inc. with the idea of creating an organization to include the new women military pilots just beginning to enter active duty and flight school. WASP Sara Hayden received word that the a

ctive duty rated women were starting an organization and wrote a letter to Captain Barb Brume on Nov. 3, 1981. After much communication and personal visits, in October 1982, 86 active duty women pilots and navigators and 126 WASP became the first charter members of WMPA. An election was held and on Dec. 7, 1982 and the first active duty elected officers were Capt. Barbara Brumme, President, Captain Karen Daneu, Vice President, Captain Julie Tizard, Secretary, and 1Lt. Margie (Clark) Varuska, Treasurer. Board Members were WASP Lois Auchterlonie, WAFS Adela Scharr and WASP Sara Hayden. This was the beginning of an organization of women aviators created in 1982 from two groups, the WASP and new women military pilots and navigators from the 1970’s, which has now lasted 33 years. On November 15, 1988 the name was officially changed to the Women Military Aviators, Inc. to specifically include female aircrew.

06/14/2026
Happy Flag Day and Happy Birthday, US Army!
06/14/2026

Happy Flag Day and Happy Birthday, US Army!

06/12/2026

The 306th Flying Training Group change of command welcomes Col. Paul J. Brehm as commander of the unit responsible for cadet airmanship training.

The Air Force presented the Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award to four airmen at the Pentagon on May 26, recognizing them a...
06/12/2026

The Air Force presented the Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award to four airmen at the Pentagon on May 26, recognizing them as the service's top leaders across its officer and enlisted ranks.

Capt. Megan Langas USAFA ’19, earned the junior officer award. An F-16 electronic combat pilot, she commanded a flight of 17 pilots in the 55th Fighter Squadron at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, leading them through 13 combat sorties. Her crews earned more than 15 Combat Action Medals.

The Air Force recognized four Airmen for their exceptional leadership qualities during the 2026 Lance P. Sijan Award ceremony at the Pentagon, presented by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach.

06/06/2026
06/05/2026

🇬🇧 Deepest Condolences to the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm

In the early hours of Wednesday, 3 June 2026, a Royal Navy Commando Merlin HC4 helicopter (ZJ131, callsign "Sword 01") went down in a field near Sourton Down, SW of Okehampton, while en route from RNAS Yeovilton.

Tragically, all three crew members on board lost their lives in the accident.

Lieutenant Commander Chris Gayson, 42

Lieutenant Lily-Mae Fisher, 31

Petty Officer Owen Green, 24

Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest condolences go out to their families, friends, and their squadron colleagues at 845 and 846 NAS during this incredibly difficult time. ⚓️✈️

06/02/2026

Today, our community pauses to honor the life and service of Major Ariana G. Linse Savino, a Covington native who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation.

Today, Major Savino will be awarded the Martin Luther King Meritorious Service Medal posthumously, one of the highest honors bestowed by King County. The award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities through service and leadership.

Major Savino was killed in service on March 12, 2026, when her team's KC-135 aircraft crashed in Iraq. Her courage, dedication, and commitment to serving others continue to inspire our community.

The award will be accepted on her behalf by her parents, Darren and Omayra Linse, and presented by King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn. Major Savino was selected as the District 9 recipient of this prestigious honor.

We extend our deepest gratitude to Ariana and her family and join the community in remembering her extraordinary life, service, and sacrifice.

The ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. today, with the District 9 presentation expected closer to 2 p.m. Community members who wish to watch can tune in here: https://kingcounty.gov/en/independents/about-king-county/king-county-tv

05/26/2026

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