What would it be like to get a behind-the-scenes look at aviation? To see aircraft up close, explore an airport, meet the people who work in the industry, and discover what really happens beyond the runway?
Girls in Aviation Day (GIAD) 2026 gives young people the opportunity to do just that.
Taking place on September 19, 2026, GIAD is an exciting, hands-on event designed to introduce young people to aviation in a fun, engaging, and memorable way. Sheltair Aviation is proud to support Women in Aviation International (WAI) and host GIAD events across its network, welcoming young aviation enthusiasts and their families.
Step Inside the World of Aviation
For many young people, aviation begins with a fascination with airplanes. GIAD takes that fascination a step further by giving attendees an opportunity to experience aviation up close.
Depending on the location, participants may have the chance to explore aircraft, meet aviation professionals, see airport operations behind the scenes, participate in interactive activities, and ask questions about what it’s really like to work in aviation. It is a chance to get out from behind the classroom desk and experience the aviation world firsthand. And who knows? A fun day around airplanes could spark an interest that lasts a lifetime.
There’s More to Aviation Than Flying
While becoming a pilot may be the dream for some attendees, GIAD is also an opportunity to discover everything that happens behind every flight. As young people meet aviation professionals and explore different parts of the industry, they can learn about careers in aircraft maintenance, engineering, airport operations, aviation technology, safety, business, and many other fields. The best part is that attendees don’t have to know what they want to do when they arrive.
GIAD is about exploring, asking questions, having fun, and discovering what’s possible.
A student who arrives excited about airplanes might leave fascinated by aircraft maintenance. Another might discover an interest in engineering or aviation technology. For someone else, simply stepping inside the world of aviation could be the beginning of something much bigger.
Celebrate Girls in Aviation Day with Sheltair
Sheltair is bringing the excitement of GIAD to communities across its aviation network.
In 2026, Sheltair is hosting Girls in Aviation Day events at:
- Savannah (SAV)
- Jacksonville (JAX)
- Panama City (ECP)
- Ocala (OCF)
- Daytona Beach (DAB)
- Melbourne (MLB)
- Orlando (ORL)
- Tampa (TPA)
- St. Petersburg/Clearwater (PIE)
- Sarasota (SRQ)
- Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Each location may offer its own activities and experiences, giving families an opportunity to find a GIAD event close to home.
Explore Sheltair’s Girls in Aviation Day 2026 events to learn more about participating locations and registration information.
Make a Day of It
GIAD is more than an opportunity to learn about aviation. It’s a chance to experience it. Bring your curiosity. Ask questions. Meet aviation professionals. Get a closer look at aircraft. Discover what happens behind the scenes at an airport. Most importantly, come ready to have fun and see where aviation can take you. For young people who already love airplanes, GIAD can bring that passion to life. For those who have never considered aviation as a future possibility, it could open the door to an entirely new world. And for parents and families, it’s an opportunity to share an experience that can inspire curiosity, confidence, and new possibilities.
Join Girls in Aviation Day 2026.
Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, an aspiring pilot, a curious student, or simply someone who wants to see what happens behind the scenes, Girls in Aviation Day 2026 is an opportunity to get closer to aviation and discover something new. On September 19, 2026, Sheltair and aviation professionals will welcome young people and families for a day filled with exploration, connection, and aviation experiences.
Find a Sheltair GIAD 2026 event and discover what’s waiting for you.
Come curious. Leave inspired. Who knows where aviation could take you?