Niloofar Rahmani

As a trailblazer for women in Afghan aviation, Captain Niloofar Rahmani is a global representation of fortitude and tenacity. As the first female fixed-wing pilot in the Afghan Air Force, Captain Rahmani overcame sexism, discrimination, and repeated threats to her life. Captain Rahmani flew innumerable flights as an aircraft commander, providing direct assistance to combat operations in Afghanistan. As an activist,... read full bio