Air Transport Services Group, Inc. (ATSG) welcomed more than 70 students, educators, and community members to the Wilmington Air Park on Saturday, September 20, for its third annual Girls in Aviation Day, part of a global celebration led by Women in Aviation International.

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More than 70 students, educators, and community members participated in ATSG's Girls in Aviation Day.

The event introduced young women to the many career opportunities available in the aviation and aerospace industries, with hands-on experiences ranging from flight simulation to aircraft maintenance, ground equipment operations, engineering, and aviation design.

Highlights of the day included:

• Aircraft Tours and Maintenance Demos – Students explored aircraft hangars and learned directly from aviation technicians about maintenance.
  
  
• Flight Simulators – Attendees experienced what it’s like to be in the cockpit of a Boeing 757 simulator with the guidance of professional pilots and instructors.
  
  
• STEM Workshops – Partner organizations, including Cincinnati State Technical and Community College and others, hosted interactive activities showcasing engineering, structures, and design.
  
  
• Ground Operations – Students got behind the wheel of airport firefighting and deicing equipment.
  
  
• Creative Aviation Projects – Younger participants designed and presented their own aircraft livery artwork.

“This event is about inspiring the next generation of aviation leaders,” said Kym Parks, director of marketing at ATSG. “By opening our facilities and engaging students with real-world experiences, we hope to show them that there is a place for them in this exciting industry—whether as pilots, engineers, technicians, or leaders.”

The 2025 Girls in Aviation Day was made possible through the collaboration of ATSG with partners such as Cincinnati State, University of Cincinnati-Clermont / Sporty’s Academy, Bowling Green State University, and Wright State University.

ATSG remains committed to workforce development and community engagement through initiatives like Aviation Camp, AirborneTech (earn-while-you-learn A&P program), ATSG Pilot Pathways, and partnerships with schools and universities across the region.

About Air Transport Services Group

Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) is a premier provider of aircraft leasing and air cargo transportation solutions for both domestic and international air carriers, as well as companies seeking outsourced air cargo services. ATSG is the global leader in freighter aircraft leasing with a fleet that includes Boeing 767, Airbus A321, and Airbus A330 aircraft. A diverse portfolio of subsidiaries encompasses ATSG's Lease+Plus aircraft leasing strategy, including three airlines holding separate and distinct U.S. FAA Part 121 Air Carrier certificates, to provide air cargo lift, passenger ACMI and charter services, aircraft maintenance, airport ground services, and material handling equipment engineering and service. ATSG subsidiaries include ABX Air, Inc.; Airborne Global Solutions, Inc.; Airborne Maintenance and Engineering Services, Inc.; Air Transport International, Inc.; Cargo Aircraft Management, Inc.; and Omni Air International, LLC. For further details, visit www.atsginc.com.

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