The 'Flying Females' Breakfast was the first of many events to be conducted in capital cities around Australia to introduce young women to the many benefits of a flying career in the Royal Australian Air Force.
The aim of the 'Flying Females' Air Force recruitment initiative is to broaden the pool of potential fast-jet pilots, to provide role models for later recruits and transfers, and to enhance its standing as an inclusive employer.
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Guests and Defence personnel mingle prior to attending the first 'Flying Females Breakfast' at the Sofitel Hotel in Brisbane.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Three of the event organisers of the first 'Flying Females' Breakfast at the Sofitel Hotel in Brisbane. (L-R) Natalie Brien representing Platinum Productions, Squadron Leader Deanna Nott, Master of Ceremonies, and Jayne Kidd from e-Kiddna.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Defence personnel and potential young female candidates gathered at the first 'Flying Females' Breakfast at the Sofitel Hotel in Brisbane.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Experienced Air Force pilot, currently flying the C-17 aircraft with Amberley based No.36 Squadron, Flight Lieutenant Samantha Freebairn addresses the young women gathered at the 'Flying Females' Breakfast.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Students from Brisbane’s Griffith University with experienced Air Force pilot, currently flying the C-17 aircraft with Amberley based No.36 Squadron, Flight Lieutenant Samantha Freebairn, at the Flying Females Breakfast.
Left to right: Kara Robertson (20) holder of the Brisbane Memorial RAAF Scholarship, Lorienne Karby (18) Flight Lieutenant Samantha Freebairn and Natasha Johnstone (18).
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Kara Robertson (left) from Griffith University, holder of the Brisbane Memorial RAAF Scholarship, with experienced Air Force pilot, currently flying the C-17 aircraft with Amberley based No.36 Squadron, Flight Lieutenant Samantha Freebairn, at the Flying Females Breakfast.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Experienced Air Force pilot, currently flying the C-17 aircraft with Amberley based No.36 Squadron, Flight Lieutenant Samantha Freebairn addresses the young women gathered at the 'Flying Females Breakfast'.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Experienced Air Force pilot, currently flying the C-17 aircraft with Amberley based No.36 Squadron, Flight Lieutenant Samantha Freebairn addresses the young women gathered at the 'Flying Females Breakfast'.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Experienced Air Force pilot, currently flying the C-17 aircraft with Amberley based No.36 Squadron, Flight Lieutenant Samantha Freebairn addresses the young women gathered at the 'Flying Females' Breakfast.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Experienced Air Force pilot, currently flying the C-17 aircraft with Amberley based No.36 Squadron, Flight Lieutenant Samantha Freebairn addresses the young women gathered at the 'Flying Females' Breakfast.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Experienced Air Force Pilot, Group Captain Steven “Zed” Roberton of Air Combat Transition Office, addresses the young women gathered at the 'Flying Females' breakfast.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Flight Lieutenant Jodie Mason from Defence Force Recruiting addresses the young women gathered at the 'Flying Females' Breakfast on the benefits of becoming a female fast-jet pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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Recruiting Officers Flight Sergeant Shane Noack and Corporal Vasilios Seferler, were on hand at the 'Flying Females' Breakfast to answer any questions from prospective female candidates.
(Date taken: 30 June 2009)
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