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Do you have any interesting anecdotes that you would
like to share about your work in aviation?
Years ago, I completed a full dual IFR GPS/nav/
comm, audio system, autopilot, TAWS installation,
practically on my own. It took ages. One day, I came
into work to find someone else had turned the power
on to all of the systems. I was absolutely devastated.
It may not sound like a big deal, but turning
everything on and making sure everything works is
the icing on the cake.
What advice would you give to young people wanting
to work in avionics or aviation?
Go for it! Be prepared to be learning for the rest of
your life.
Did anyone in particular influence your career path?
Steve Lillie and I have an absolute laugh at work
most days. He has been a true inspiration and is an
amazing teacher. The shift from the airline industry to
general aviation was a huge learning curve. I couldn't
have done it without him.
How would you describe yourself?
Outgoing, energetic, honest, reliable, focused, and
communicates well.
What challenges have you faced in your career?
Our industry is extremely male dominated. Being
one of the few female licensed avionics engineers in
New Zealand, I have come across and overcome some
extremely arrogant, male chauvinists. I have been
professionally, physically and verbally threatened. I'm
pretty stubborn myself. I've stood up for myself, yelled
back, and earned my place and respect for doing so. I
would like to think because of my experiences so far
that I approach staff and colleagues with the utmost
respect and understanding.

"The lack of skilled avionics technicians
and the lack of suitable training
schools are challenging issues for us
all worldwide. I'm not up to speed as
to why we, as an industry, have ended
up where we are today with the everdecreasing workforce of skilled labor,
but I do know that young people are
like sponges. They soak up all the
information they can." - Danni Higgins

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