Welcome to the Northwoods Chapter Ninety-Ninety Web site!

The Northwoods Chapter of the Ninety-Nines began September 9, 2006; its birthplace was Houghton,Michigan.                                                                                                                                                            

The purpose of a Northwoods Chapter of the national organization was to provide a closer relationship among women pilots in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Northern Wisconsin and Canada and to further aviation in general.

Sixteen women became Charter Members of the Northwoods Chapter.

The chapter is in it’s infancy but our membership is highly motivated to promote aviation and fellowship.  We already have plans to paint several Compass Roses in the area.  Our membership consists of Private Pilots, Future Women Pilots as well as Instructors.  Our talents and specialties will surface as we get to know one another.

The Northwoods Chapter is committed to promoting aviation and hopes to do so through such projects as Aerospace Education and the Air Bear Program.  Members may visit local schools and encourage students to remain in school and to consider learning to fly.  The chapter also wants to share their enthusiasm for flying with the general public thorough various displays at malls and airshows.  The sky is the limit.

The Ninety-Nines recognize that women learning to fly have different needs.  Through the Future Woman Pilot (FWP) Program students are encouraged when they are frustrated and recognized for their achievements.  Ninety-Nines are encouraged to be a Guardian Angel for one of our FWPs.

The design at the top of the page includes the mighty pine tree, signifying the rugged “Northwoods”, which we all call home. An airplane flies symbolizing the connection that we all have, aviation. The logo is a  symbol of experiencing new things; flying higher, faster; daring to be different; bringing persistence, and sharing with others our common passion of flying.

The Northwoods Chapter is comprised of women from all walks of life who love to fly and encourage others to make their dreams come true and enjoy the freedom of flight.