Championing the importance of women in aviation, Emirates hosted Shaesta Waiz for a Boeing 777 simulator challenge at its Dubai base. Waiz is the founder and pilot of Dreams Soar, with a mission to inspire and empower young females to become the next generation of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) and aviation professionals. As Shaesta said: “An airplane doesn’t know if you are a girl or boy, what your religion or background is. It reacts based on the input of the pilot”
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Adam Gavine
Adam loves air travel, and since taking on the Aircraft Interiors International brand he has really enjoyed the opportunity to be involved with the latest aircraft and airline products before they are even launched. Adam co-ordinates the growth of the brand platform, and sits on various panels, including the Crystal Cabin Awards