VOICED : Uruguayan fighter pilot now first female Air Force commander

Major Chavarria has broken gender barriers in her Air Force career, becoming the first female combat major and leading a squadron. Despite initial challenges, she gained acceptance and respect. Balancing motherhood and career, she continued to work even when grounded. Her promotion has inspired other women in the military, showing that gender should not limit one's career aspirations.

In what year did Major Chavarria start her career as a fighter pilot?

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