But earlier this year, she saw a recruitment advertisement for the Royal Thai Air Force, stating that they were looking to hire five female pilots. Special consideration would be given to applicants who already had a commercial pilot's licence. Each had their first solo air force flights on Monday, which earned them a half-wing. After completing 10 more hours of training, both women will have earned their full wings, meaning they will be considered fully qualified air force pilots. WAITING IN THE WINGS: Ai and Pizza have been training since April to fly air force planes.

Source: Bangkok Post September 11, 2016 00:33 UTC