2020 Air Race Classic
Donation protected
We are raising money to help offset the cost of competing in the 2020 Air Race Classic . The Air Race Classic traces its roots to the 1929 Women's Air Derby, aka the Powder Puff Derby, in which Amelia Earhart and 19 other daring female pilots raced from Santa Monica, California, to Cleveland, Ohio. Today, the ARC is the epicenter of women's air racing, the ultimate test of piloting skill and aviation decision-making for female pilots of all ages and from all walks of life.
We are racing to promote not only women in aviation, but also to encourage STEM education and involvement for women and girls everywhere. The three of us met through our love of aviation and quickly discovered we had much in common, not the least of which were the challenges we faced as women in this industry. We found throughout this journey that the lack of other women throughout the industry shows the importance of women supporting other women and serving as role models.
The 2020 Air Race Classic covers over 2400 miles, not including the travel to and from the start and terminus. We estimate that we will need to cover approximately $10,000 in costs, including fuel and oil, maintenance, lodging, registration fees, food, etc.
The aviation industry, since its onset, has been dominated by men. Even today only 6% of professional pilots are women. As women in this industry, the journey is exciting, challenging, and difficult, just as it is for any other aspiring pilot; however, being a woman has its own set of unique challenges. The more that we can demonstrate to other women and girls the possibilities that the aviation industry has to offer, the greater the impact we’ll have for generations to come. Please help support us on this journey!
We are racing to promote not only women in aviation, but also to encourage STEM education and involvement for women and girls everywhere. The three of us met through our love of aviation and quickly discovered we had much in common, not the least of which were the challenges we faced as women in this industry. We found throughout this journey that the lack of other women throughout the industry shows the importance of women supporting other women and serving as role models.
The 2020 Air Race Classic covers over 2400 miles, not including the travel to and from the start and terminus. We estimate that we will need to cover approximately $10,000 in costs, including fuel and oil, maintenance, lodging, registration fees, food, etc.
The aviation industry, since its onset, has been dominated by men. Even today only 6% of professional pilots are women. As women in this industry, the journey is exciting, challenging, and difficult, just as it is for any other aspiring pilot; however, being a woman has its own set of unique challenges. The more that we can demonstrate to other women and girls the possibilities that the aviation industry has to offer, the greater the impact we’ll have for generations to come. Please help support us on this journey!
Fundraising team: The Night Witches (3)
Elisabeth Cook
Organizer
Framingham, MA
Cassie Tatro
Team member
Jaimie Rousseau
Team member
