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A few women pilots began meeting for a social dinner once a month in Fort Myers in July 2006.
Everyone who knew other women pilots, invited them and soon began talking about forming a local 99s chapter. The closest
chapter was FL Suncoast Chapter, which was from around Crystal River, FL, to Marco Is., FL. Most of the meetings were
in the Lakeland, Crystal River area, and the weather often prohibited flying to the meetings. We wanted to be active
in our chapter, so we decided to create a new chapter, locally. In May 2007, at our 99s Southeast Section Meeting, Pat
Prentiss, 99s International President, presented our Chair, Jessica Stearns, with our Chapter Charter. We started with
11 members, and have grown from there. We have members aging from 20's to 80's, Future Women Pilots to retired
Air Force pilots, retired Airline Captain. We have snowbirds and year-round residents.
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Monday, August 11, 2008
WE ARE GROWING!
A report from Judy Bowser, our membership chair: our number has grown to 23 members. Come on, girls - keep up the good work
and bring all your friends to join us in Paradise! Interested in joining? Click the membership tab to join.
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Thursday, June 5, 2008
Happy Birthday!
A big Happy Birthday to the Paradose Coast Chapter 99s for celebrating our first birthday during the month of May 2008.
For a new chapter, we have come a long way. See out Members Page for details.
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Wednesday, March 12, 2008
We are Growing!
Paradise Coast Chapter has grown to 20 members since its inception less than one year ago. Kudos to the Chapter
Membership Chair, Judy, for her recruiting efforts and many thanks to all who have joined and continue to actively participate.
Let's all make a goal that we each bring in one new member for 2008!
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There are thousands of woman pilots out there; but not nearly enough. A Rumor has it that only about 6% of all pilots
are ladies. Be pro-active: tell your friends and invite then to join us to be a part of this proud organization.
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First Annual Sunshine Derby November 22, 2008
Four of our members just got back from Oklahoma
City, winning 7th place in the Okie Derby. Read about their adventure by clicking below. Want your own adventure? Come
to LaBelle with the Paradise Coast 99s on November 22nd for your participation in the Sunshine Derby! Click above
for more information.
It's Paradise in Oklahoma!
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Pat Prentiss, 99s International President, presenting our Chair,
Jessica Stearns, with our Chapter Charter
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Interested in participating in the 1st annual Sunshine
Derby Proficiency Air Race? Download the entry packet below.
Sunshine Derby Entry Packet
Marco News Article featuring Paradise Coast 99s!
Please get in touch to offer comments and join our mailing list.
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