CLEAN : 'Born to fly': Indian pilot blazes trail for women in aviation

Zoya shares her journey from a conservative background to becoming a pilot, overcoming family opposition and societal expectations. Despite challenges, she pursued her dream of flying, joining Air India in 2004. Zoya emphasizes the importance of promoting women in aviation, aiming for gender equality in the field. She is proud of India's progress but aspires for women to hold 50% of aviation licenses.

What was Zoya's family's initial reaction to her dream of becoming a pilot?

• They were indifferent and did not care.

• They were excited and proud of her ambition.

• They were supportive and encouraged her.

• They were against it and her mother cried.

What societal expectation did Zoya's family have for her future?

• To become a teacher.

• To become a doctor.

• To get married to a suitable boy.

• To travel the world.

What inner belief did Zoya hold onto despite challenges?

• That flying was impossible for her.

• That it was not impossible to achieve her dreams.

• That she would become a famous singer.

• That her dreams were not achievable.

What was Zoya's position when she joined Air India in 2004?

• She was one of the few good pilots.

• She was the only female pilot.

• She was a flight attendant.

• She was a ground staff member.

How did Zoya ensure she was on par with her male colleagues?

• By seeking help from her family.

• By switching to a different profession.

• By taking additional flying lessons.

• By working twice as hard and proving her skills.

What percentage of women license holders in Indian aviation does Zoya aspire to achieve?

• 100%

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

What is Zoya's sentiment towards the current percentage of women in Indian aviation?

• She is indifferent.

• She is disappointed and wants to quit.

• She is proud but not fully satisfied.

• She is completely satisfied.