Philippine Airlines (PAL) is taking a significant step toward bridging the gender gap in aviation with its Fly With Her program, designed to help women fulfill their dream of flying for the nation’s flagship carrier. In a bold move, PAL has pledged Php10 million to the PAL Foundation, which manages the scholarship program for aspiring female pilots.

“As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we proudly reaffirm our commitment to empowering women who dream of flying for PAL and reaching leadership roles within the airline,” said Alvin M. Miranda, Vice President for Marketing at PAL.

In addition to the Php10 million pledge, PAL will release a film inspired by the true story of a young girl who aspired to become a pilot. The film aims to inspire young girls to pursue careers in aviation, showcasing the power of representation.

“When little girls see women in leadership roles, it ignites a spark that inspires them to chase their own dreams — and perhaps exceed even those limits,” said Lilybeth T. Ng, Assistant Vice President for Pilot Affairs at PAL.

The gender gap in aviation remains stark, with women comprising only about 6% of pilots globally. However, PAL has long been at the forefront of changing this narrative.

Breaking Barriers in Aviation
PAL has been a steadfast ally of women in the airline industry. In 1989, PAL’s Captain Aimee Carandang-Gloria made history as Southeast Asia’s first female commercial airline pilot. In 1993, she further broke barriers by becoming the region’s first female airline captain. PAL continues to lead the way in creating opportunities for women in an industry traditionally dominated by men.

With the support of its signature service, #CareThatComesFromTheHeart, PAL is dedicated to creating more inclusive skies in aviation.

To learn more about the Fly With Her program and PAL’s commitment to women in aviation, visit https://www.philippineairlines.com/ph/en/FlyWithHer.