I attained my helicopter private pilots licence at 19 after falling in love with flying. In 2020, I had my first fixed wing trial lesson. I passed my PPL (A) in 2022, almost 4 years to the day after attaining my helicopter licence.

In 2021 I became a Department for Transport Aviation Ambassador, and had the opportunity to work with some incredibly inspiring people and get involved in important projects during my 2 year term. I have also worked with UN Women UK as a CSW68 delegate. 

In 2023 I launched Elevate(her) Aviation and my goal for the future is to support, and encourage more women and young people into aviation wherever I can. Whether it is to fly commercially, become an engineer or air traffic controller or simply to fly because it is your passion. 

Elevate(her) is now a global organisation with thousands of members in 64 countries worldwide. We now have an incredible team of 25 who are dedicated to increasing the percentage of women in aviation careers.

In 2025 I became the recipient of the IATA High Flyer award. This was a huge honour and I was thrilled to see the incredible work of our team recognised on the global stage.

Katherine Moloney Spitfire