SAA News Release

 

KSUS Women in Aviation to hold plane wax weekend

 

Salina, Kan., (October 21, 2009) - The K-State, Salina chapter of the Women in Aviation, International organization is slated to hold a "Plane Wax Weekend" fundraiser at the Salina Airport Authority's Hangar 600, Nov. 7 and 8.

 

Women in Aviation, International is a nonprofit organization which encourages the advancement of women who are striving for challenging and fulfilling careers in the aviation and aerospace industries.

 

"This year we will be traveling to the annual WAI conference in Orlando," said Chapter President Kara Godsil.  "The conference is a chance to meet with other women- and men- in the aviation field.  It gives us the opportunity to network and build relationships with other members.  Scholarships and even job opportunities are available through membership and attending the conference."

 

For a minimum tax deductable donation of $150, WAI members will wipe down and wax the airplane.  The aircraft owner is required to be present for movement of the plane.

 

"We will have a signed statement ensuring the safety, protection and utmost care of the airplane after a pre- and post- wax walk through of the plane have been conducted," said Godsil. 

 

While the WAI members are shining up the airplane, the owner is free to leave and come back or welcome to stay and watch the Wildcats' football game against the Jayhawks while they wait.  A call ahead for a time slot is encouraged.  

 

K-State, Salina's WAI Chapter 45 consists of 13 women and four men who are studying aviation or are aviation enthusiasts.

Salina Airport Authority

Timothy F. Rogers
e-mail:
trogers@salair.org
phone: 785.827.3914

 

Manager of Public Affairs & Communications

 

Melissa L. McCoy       

phone: 785.827.3914

 

To schedule a time slot contact:

 

Kara Godsil

913.526.0874

or

Kristen Lingg

785.543.4645