First All-Female Aircrew Completes NATO AWACS Mission

For the first time ever, a NATO AWACS mission sortie has been completed with an all-female aircrew. Aircrew from Canada, Denmark and Italy monitor the skies over Poland in their E-3A Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft. NATO’s Enhanced Vigilance Activities mission featured an all-female crew of 22 from eight NATO Allies: Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Poland, Portugal and the USA. The flight highlights female aviators and their contributions to NATO’s air defence. A fleet of E-3A Airborne Warning & Control System (AWACS) aircraft sits on the tarmac at NATO Air Base Geilenkirchen, Germany. An American aircraft commander prepares for air-to-air refuelling with their E-3A Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft. 🛩️ Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more exhilarating aviation content! • The appearance of United States Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement • Credits U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Amy Picard #militaryaviation #aviation #usairforce #usmilitary #nato