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NEWS | Dec. 12, 2024

138th Fighter Wing hosts 8th Annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day

By Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle

TULSA, Okla. - On Friday, December 6, the Oklahoma National Guard's 138th Fighter Wing hosted the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation and Aerospace Day.

More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry visited the base and participated in several events, including aircraft and military vehicle static displays, a panel discussion, and a luncheon.

Retired Col. Nicole Malachowski, the first woman pilot on the Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron, was the keynote speaker for the event, which also featured Brig. Gen. Christopher Eason, Oklahoma Air National Guard chief of staff, Col. Chad Phillips, 138th Fighter Wing commander, and Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols.
Tech. Sgt. Deianira Conte, 138th Fighter Wing, speaks with students at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
SLIDESHOW | 12 images | 241206-Z-QZ854-1032 Tech. Sgt. Deianira Conte, 138th Fighter Wing, speaks with students at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
Tech. Sgt. Deianira Conte, 138th Fighter Wing, speaks with students at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Tech. Sgt. Deianira Conte, 138th Fighter Wing, speaks with students at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Retired Col. Nicole Malachowski speaks about navigating change and adversity during the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. During her speech, Malachowski spoke to challenges she has faced throughout her career and advice that has helped her persevere and achieve her goals. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Retired Col. Nicole Malachowski speaks about navigating change and adversity during the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. During her speech, Malachowski spoke to challenges she has faced throughout her career and advice that has helped her persevere and achieve her goals. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Brig. Gen. Christopher Eason, Oklahoma Air National Guard chief of staff, speaks to attendees of the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Brig. Gen. Christopher Eason, Oklahoma Air National Guard chief of staff, speaks to attendees of the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols speaks during the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols speaks during the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Col. Chad Phillips, 138th Fighter Wing commander, speaks during the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. The event was sponsored by Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology and provided community members with an opportunity to learn from and network with individuals across the state with interests in both military and commercial aviation. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Col. Chad Phillips, 138th Fighter Wing commander, speaks during the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. The event was sponsored by Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology and provided community members with an opportunity to learn from and network with individuals across the state with interests in both military and commercial aviation. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Kellie Hudson speaks to attendees of the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. Hudson was the emcee of the event. She retired from the Air Force with more than 20 years of service and is the first accredited female air boss in the United States. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Kellie Hudson speaks to attendees of the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. Hudson was the emcee of the event. She retired from the Air Force with more than 20 years of service and is the first accredited female air boss in the United States. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Members of the Honor Guard prepare to present the colors at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. Hudson was the emcee of the event. Throughout the day, attendees heard from several guest speakers including the 138th Fighter Wing commander, The Tinker Air Force Base commander, the Mayor of Tulsa, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Members of the Honor Guard prepare to present the colors at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. Hudson was the emcee of the event. Throughout the day, attendees heard from several guest speakers including the 138th Fighter Wing commander, The Tinker Air Force Base commander, the Mayor of Tulsa, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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The Oklahoma National Guard's 145th Army Band performs at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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The Oklahoma National Guard's 145th Army Band performs at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Master Sgt. Jonathan Brixey, 138th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, speaks with attendees of the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. The event was sponsored by Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology and provided community members with an opportunity to learn from and network with individuals across the state with interests in both military and commercial aviation. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Master Sgt. Jonathan Brixey, 138th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, speaks with attendees of the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. The event was sponsored by Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology and provided community members with an opportunity to learn from and network with individuals across the state with interests in both military and commercial aviation. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Senior Airman Brooke Oneill, 219th Engineering Installation Squadron, speaks with attendees of the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Senior Airman Brooke Oneill, 219th Engineering Installation Squadron, speaks with attendees of the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Students from schools across the state gathered at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Students from schools across the state gathered at the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. More than 1,000 students and adults in the aerospace industry came to participate in the event which included aircraft and military static displays, a panel discussion, guest speakers, and more. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Members of the 138th Fighter Wing and Tulsa Tech participate in a discussion panel during the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. The event was sponsored by Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology and provided community members with an opportunity to learn from and network with individuals across the state with interests in both military and commercial aviation. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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Members of the 138th Fighter Wing and Tulsa Tech participate in a discussion panel during the eighth annual Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day at the Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla., Dec. 6, 2023. The event was sponsored by Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology and provided community members with an opportunity to learn from and network with individuals across the state with interests in both military and commercial aviation. (Oklahoma Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Rebecca Imwalle)
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