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Girls in Aviation Day 2023
We had a hugely successful Girls in Aviation Day out at Lake in the Hills Airport! The weather was beautiful and everyone seemed to enjoy the day. The event was sold out to the capacity of 60 girls and we had 48 amazing volunteers. We want to thank our Outreach Director, Colleen, and all our…
Newsletter Fall 2023
Read more about scholarships, upcoming events, and more for Fall 2023.
2023 Scholarships
We are excited to announce this year's scholarships! This year we will be offering four $1,500 awards: 2- $1,500 Flight Training 1- $1,500 Maintenance 1- $1,500 School Tuition You must be a member of WAI and Chicago's Leading edge chapter by October 1, 2023. Applications are attached and are due by October 12, 2023. Don't forget…
Honoring the WASPs 2023
WASP Caryl “Suds” Jones Stortz was honored for her service during WWII by CLE members on Memorial Day 2023. Those in attendance at Kenilworth Churchyard memorial gardens were Outreach Director, Colleen La Plata, Secretary, Sandra Krueger and members Ellie and Abby. We were happy to have Donna and Jessica meet us for the picnic at…
Connecting at WAI 2023
"It is always so inspiring to attend the conference; getting to know fellow chapter members better is just one of the additional benefits." Anna Lightner
Supporting Chicago Area Aviation
"I love that Chicago's Leading Edge is involved in the Chicago area aviation community and supporting the local 99s by participating in their Annual Expo is just one of the ways we demonstrate that." Evelyn Ronceros
Newsletter January 2023
Read more about scholarships, upcoming events, and more for January 2023.
Annual Fundraiser & Holiday Party 2022
"We had so much fun painting our pictures of airplanes! Thank you to all the members that made our Fundraiser/Holiday party a success and Pinot's Palette for hosting us!" Janelle Rominski
Newsletter Fall 2022
Read more about scholarships, upcoming events, and more for Fall 2022.
Newsletter April 2022
Read more about scholarships, upcoming events, and more for April 2022.
Newsletter November 2021
Read more about scholarships, upcoming events, and more for November 2021.
Annual Membership Meeting – November 2, 2021
Join us for our annual membership meeting! It will be November 2nd at the Pour House, 8 Oak Brook Center, Oak Brook, 6pm. Here is the link to their menu, take a browse and hope to see you there for snacks and refreshments!https://www.oldtownpourhouse.com/oakbrook/menus-pages-1067.php