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AVIATE: Julia Harrington's Aviation and Motherhood Journey

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Episode Notes

About Julia Harrington:

  • Lead Captain and Base Manager at Axis Jet in Chicago.
  • Known for her pioneering role as a woman in the aviation industry.
  • Balances her professional career with motherhood.

    • Early Interests and Influences:

    • Julia shares her initial fascination with Business Aviation.
    • Recounts her experiences at the EAA AirVenture, sparking her interest in aviation.
    • Discusses family influences and early role models in her life.

      • Educational Journey:

      • Details her educational path at the University of Illinois.
      • Talks about earning her wings and the challenges she faced during her training.
      • Reflects on the importance of education in her career.

        • Professional Career:

        • Julia’s journey to becoming Lead Captain and Base Manager.
        • Insights into her day-to-day responsibilities and experiences at Axis Jet.
        • Discusses significant milestones and memorable moments in her career.

          • Women in Aviation:

          • Julia's perspective on the evolving role of women in the aviation sector.
          • Challenges faced by women in a traditionally male-dominated field.
          • Advice for young women aspiring to enter the aviation industry.

            • Balancing Career and Motherhood:

            • Julia shares her experience of balancing a demanding career with being a mother.
            • Discusses the support systems that have helped her manage both roles.
            • Offers advice to other women who aspire to grow their families while pursuing their careers.

              • Future Aspirations:

              • Julia’s goals for the future in both her professional and personal life.
              • Her vision for the future of women in aviation.

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