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Pilatus' First Female Fighter Pilot Inspires Young Women to Pursue Aviation Careers

Switzerland's Fanny Chollet shares her experience of becoming a fighter jet pilot and offers advice to aspiring female pilots

In an exclusive interview, Fanny Chollet, Switzerland’s first female fighter pilot, shares her inspiring story of becoming a fighter jet pilot. Chollet emphasizes the importance of perseverance, flexibility, and quick grasping of things in becoming a fighter jet pilot. She encourages young women to pursue a career in aviation, regardless of gender. The interview was conducted at the new Aviation Systems Centre Emmen, where Chollet is based. This article was first reported by Pilatus.

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    Source: Pilatus (RSS) JAN Tracker: SRCE-2025-1764101298780-199
    URL: https://www.pilatus-aircraft.com/en/news/fanny-chollet-from-pilatus-trainer-to-the-fighter-jet
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    Pilatus' First Female Fighter Pilot Inspires Young Women to Pursue Aviation Careers

    Switzerland's Fanny Chollet shares her experience of becoming a fighter jet pilot and offers advice to aspiring female pilots

    In an exclusive interview, Fanny Chollet, Switzerland’s first female fighter pilot, shares her inspiring story of becoming a fighter jet pilot. Chollet emphasizes the importance of perseverance, flexibility, and quick grasping of things in becoming a fighter jet pilot. She encourages young women to pursue a career in aviation, regardless of gender. The interview was conducted at the new Aviation Systems Centre Emmen, where Chollet is based. This article was first reported by Pilatus.

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      Source: Pilatus (RSS) JAN Tracker: SRCE-2025-1764101298780-199
      URL: https://www.pilatus-aircraft.com/en/news/fanny-chollet-from-pilatus-trainer-to-the-fighter-jet
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