Julie studied Air Transport Engineering at City, University of London and graduated in 1984.
Julie Gibson blazed a new trail for women.
She studied Air Transport Engineering at City, University of London and in 1991 became the first female pilot in the Royal Air Force. As Flight Lieutenant and then aircraft Captain - another first - Julie flew RAF Andover and Hercules transport planes for many years.
After leaving the armed forces she pursued various careers before becoming a charity grant fundraiser.
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