Jenna shared her story in the hopes of encouraging others to pursue exactly what they want, even if the field that they want to get into is predomiantly male-dominated
Danielle Kate Wroe Senior Social News Reporter
15:05, 30 Sep 2025
She shared her story to inspire others (Stock Image)(Image: yacobchuk via Getty Images)
A female pilot from Manchester has shared her inspiring journey, encouraging women to pursue their dreams without fear of entering male-dominated industries. Jenna took to the ‘Update Aviation’ Facebook page to share her story, hoping to inspire others to chase their ambitions.
She emphasised the need for resilience but assured that there’s “always a way” to make dreams come true if you want them enough – and she’d always known that she wanted to be a pilot. She penned: “My aviation journey began from a young age when my dad would take me to the Manchester airport pub every weekend to watch the planes!
“After we went on our first family holiday and my first time on a plane, I knew that was a job I had to do. Ever since, I have never given up on that dream.
“I have recently completed flight school and just got my first job flying the 737! (It still doesn’t feel real.)
“I started my flight training in January 2023 on an Integrated ATPL. I went over the Phoenix AZ for 8 months to learn how to fly and can honestly say it was the most amazing time I have ever had.
“I don’t think anything will beat flying all over the desert in a little PA28 every morning.”
She added: “Although I had the time of my life at flight school, and made memories that will last forever, I think it’s important to add that it does come with its challenges, and to get to the point it took rejection, determination and a whole lot of resilience.
“My advice to lady aviators is if you have a dream of being a pilot, you owe it to yourself to pursue it!
“Aviation can be a challenging industry to get into, both financially and mentally. But there is always a way!
“The flight deck has a place for anyone who has the passion to be in there, regardless of who you are!
“As a female who felt nervous about going into a male-dominated industry, I have to say how welcoming I have found the aviation industry! I’ve made lifelong friends and feel part of a community that always helps each other out!”.
In the comments section, readers shared their own stories.
One mother commented: “My daughter’s dream is to become a pilot. She has flown two small planes from Barton airport, Manchester, and absolutely loves it. She is only 12, nearly 13, and next week she is joining the air cadets to experience that side of aviation”.
Another person responded: “Well done and congratulations. My son has just started with Tui as a Pilot and will be based in Manchester. It has made me realise how hard the training is and how dedicated you have to be. It’s a wonderful industry to be in. Enjoy every minute,” a father praised.
Someone else said: “Well done to you. Absolutely fantastic. You show those stripes with pride, hun. Hard work pays off.”
Whilst another wrote: “Well done Jenna you will never look back to what you have achieved I just love flying Hope you’re flying one of my holidays”.