Description: (The First Woman in the History of Afghanistan Who Became Fixed-Wing Air Force Aviator)
Niloofar Rahmani is a pioneering figure in Afghanistan's aviation history, recognized as the first female fixed-wing Air Force aviator in the nation. Despite facing challenges and threats, Rahmani pursued her passion for flying, becoming the first female pilot in the Afghan Air Force after the Taliban era. Her determination and resilience garnered global acclaim, culminating in her receipt of the U.S. State Department's International Women of Courage Award in 2015, solidifying her reputation as an aviation trailblazer.