Build, Fix, Fly Article in Aviation for Girls Magazine

We are thrilled to share that our very own Women Build Planes team member, Ashwil Bell, had her inspiring article, “Build, Fly, Fix” published in Aviation for Girls, a magazine from Women in Aviation, which will be included in thousands of bags distributed to girls worldwide as part of Girls in Aviation Day on September 21st.

It’s a tremendous honor to be part of this collaboration, showcasing the importance of women in aviation and being part of the Women in Aviation International Worldwide event with more than 180 events across the globe, including 33 countries, 41 states, 2 territories, and over 30,000 participants.

Through Ashwil's journey—starting with her passion for aerospace and evolving into her hands-on experience building a Rans S-21 with our Habitat for Aviation’s Women Build Planes team—she demonstrates that WOMEN can, and do, BUILD, FLY, and FIX airplanes.

Ashwil’s article speaks directly to the next generation of girls, showing them that the sky isn’t the limit, but just the beginning. Her story of finding belonging and confidence as part of an all-female team serves as a powerful reminder that, with each rivet pulled and every section of the plane completed, young women can break barriers in this industry. We hope this message will resonate with thousands of girls who will look at Ashwil and think, “Maybe I could be her!”