Description
WOMEN OF THE SKIES
Book summary
A tribute to the Spanish women who have made the sky their profession and their passion. From commercial airline and fighter pilots to specialists in helicopters, hot air balloons, drones, kites, and gliders, this work explores the trajectories of the professionals who currently navigate the skies. With an approach that connects the legacy of international pioneers, such as Raymonde de Laroche or Amelia Earhart, with the reality of 21st-century Spanish female aviators, the book offers an inspiring look at the conquest of airspace by women.
What is it about?
The book places the reader in the historical context of female aviation, recalling milestones such as the first pilot's license obtained by the French woman Raymonde de Laroche in 1910, Harriet Quimby's flight over the English Channel in 1911, or the figure of Amelia Earhart. In Spain, the first female pilot was Mari Pepa Colomer, who served as an instructor during the Second Republic. Building on this legacy, the work focuses on the Spanish women who currently pilot all types of aircraft: commercial and combat planes, helicopters, balloons, drones, kites, and gliders. Through their stories, it explores the challenges, motivations, and achievements of professionals who have broken barriers in a traditionally male-dominated sector.
Main themes
- History of female aviation and its international and Spanish pioneers.
- Professionalization of women in the aeronautical field in present-day Spain.
- Overcoming gender stereotypes in technical and high-responsibility trades.
- Diversity of specialties within piloting: commercial aviation, military, sports, and drones.
- Inspiration and female role models in the world of aeronautics.
Who is it recommended for?
Recommended for readers interested in biographies of inspiring women, aviation history, gender studies, and feminism. It is also an ideal read for young people looking for professional role models in the aeronautical field and for anyone interested in learning about the role of women in technology and transport sectors.
What this book offers
- A documented journey through the history of female aviation, from the pioneers to the present day.
- Current profiles of Spanish women who work as pilots in various specialties, offering real-life reference models.
- A gender perspective applied to the aeronautical world, highlighting achievements and challenges.
- Inspiring content for those seeking examples of professional and personal improvement.
Technical sheet
- Author: ALEMANY, ANA
- Publisher: EDICIONES DEL VIENTO,S.L
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: BIOGRAPHY: GENERAL, BIOGRAPHY: LITERARY, FEMINISM AND FEMINIST THEORY, AERONAUTICAL SKILLS/PILOTING
- Collection: VIENTO CEFIRO
- Binding: Paperback
- Edition date: May 2021
- Number of pages: 256
- Weight: 478 g
Editorial review
A necessary work that combines historical rigor with contemporary testimonies, offering a complete view of the female presence in Spanish aviation. It is especially valuable for those seeking to expand their knowledge on the role of women in technical professions and for those interested in stories of overcoming adversity and real female role models. Its accessible and well-documented approach makes it both an educational and inspiring read.