Iraq recognizes first female pilot in Iraqi Airways
The Iraqi Minister of Transport, Razzaq Muhaibas Al-Saadawi, and Captain Razin Mohammed Al-Doski. Photo: INA
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Minister of Transport, Razzaq Muhaibas Al-Saadawi, honored on Monday the first Iraqi woman to work as a pilot on Iraq’s national carrier.
The Iraqi Transport Ministry mentioned in a statement that Iraqi Airways organized a reception and honoring ceremony in Baghdad International Airport for Captain Razin Mohammed Al-Doski for becoming the first Iraqi female pilot on Iraqi Airways, the Iraqi News Agency (INA) reported.
During the event, Al-Saadawi explained how Al-Doski’s success reflects the Ministry of Transport’s and Iraqi Airways’ efforts to galvanize youth energy and their desire to offer women a prominent position in different sectors of the ministry.
Al-Doski, who completed her first trip between Baghdad and Dubai, expressed her gratitude to everyone who supported her throughout the course of her challenging quest to realize her ambition.
The Iraqi pilot conveyed her delight in representing the airline, which was established over 70 years ago.
Al-Doski also inspired young people in Iraq, particularly women, to pursue their aspirations and continue to achieve their objectives.