Meet Our Women Build Planes Team Members

Written By Beth White

Miranda Gallagher, High School Aviator & Mechanic-in-Training

Miranda Gallagher

Miranda Gallagher is a passionate young aviator and mechanic whose journey into the world of aviation began at age 11. Her fascination with flying took root when she attended the Aviation Summer Camp at Franklin County Airport, where she took her first Young Eagles Flight with Beth White, a pivotal moment that ignited her aviation dreams. 

Miranda has been actively involved in the Civil Air Patrol, where she has served as the Aerospace NCO organizing classes and events to share her love for aviation and rocketry, and as Cadet Commander. She has also found a mentor in George Coy, a Harbor Freight Fellowship mentor and experienced airplane mechanic, who has guided her in honing her skills.

Miranda's determination and curiosity have opened doors to unique opportunities, including an internship with BETA Technologies, where she worked on the groundbreaking E-VTOL aircraft ALIA. As she embarks on her educational journey, Miranda plans to obtain her Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license, earn her Private Pilot's License, and continue her education in aviation, all while inspiring young minds to explore their own passions in aviation and mechanics. Miranda is a proud member of EAA Chapter 613 and Habitat for Aviation, and epitomizes the spirit of pursuing one's dreams with dedication and tenacity.

Beth White

Education Possibilitarian, Artist, Writer, Doula, Mentor, Aviatrix, Breast Cancer Survivor, Pilot-in-Command at Habitat for Aviation

Born and raised in Vermont, Beth worked in a variety of schools in New England, including The Met, which is Big Picture Learning, flagship public high school in Providence, Rhode Island. After a decade in the classroom, Beth returned to the University of Vermont to earn a PhD in educational leadership and policy studies. She is an education possibilitarian, artist, a writer, a Doula, a mentor and aviatrix and most recently, after winning a tough battle with breast cancer, Beth founded Habitat for Aviation to inspire the next generation of airplane mechanics, avionics, specialists and pilots.

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