Qantas, Jetstar mark International Women’s Day with 50 all-female run flights
Sydney, Australia – In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, Qantas and Jetstar have launched an initiative featuring more than 50 flights operated entirely by female professionals. This effort aims to inspire and encourage women to pursue careers in aviation, particularly in roles traditionally dominated by men.
Key Highlights:
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Initiative Period: The all-female operated flights are scheduled throughout the week leading up to International Women’s Day, from March 3 to March 9, 2025.
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Routes Covered: The flights span over 20 routes across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, including:
- Sydney to Hobart
- Brisbane to Geraldton
- Cairns to Melbourne
- Sydney to Perth
- Auckland to Christchurch
- Tokyo to Fukuoka
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Personnel Involved: Over 250 female pilots, cabin crew, engineers, and operations center team members from Qantas, QantasLink, and Jetstar are participating in this initiative.
Statements from Female Leaders:
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Second Officer B787 Brigitte Howe: Expressed pride in participating, highlighting the progress in the aviation industry and the diverse career paths available to women. She hopes young girls see these flights and are inspired to pursue careers in aviation.
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Jetstar’s Senior Manager of Flying Operations, Captain Lizzie Archibald: Emphasized that the all-female crews showcase the exceptional talent and leadership women bring to aviation. She noted that this initiative is an important moment to demonstrate the various career paths aviation offers, including pilots and engineers.
Qantas Group’s Commitment to Gender Equality:
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Pilot Academy Scholarships: The Qantas Group Pilot Academy has doubled the number of scholarships to 20 for female and First Nations students, aiming to broaden the talent pipeline.
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Engineering Apprenticeships: In 2025, women constitute 20% of the apprentice intake at the Qantas Group Engineering Academy, marking progress in developing the next generation of female engineers. Additionally, a record 35% of Jetstar’s 2025 engineering graduates are women.
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Outreach Programs: The Qantas Group is committed to attracting more women into aviation careers through school outreach programs and work experience opportunities.
