I can’t wait to meet you in real life Leighan. 💜

It depends. I don't post pictures of myself publicly on social media because I don't want to generate attention. If you want to post pictures though, just do it! There is no reason you should feel like it undermines you.

I feel you and hear all of this. 🤗 I didn’t see the original post but I oftentimes find myself wondering the same, and it can be tricky finding the right way to type it behind text when not able to verbally express yourself/converse. Text is so easily mis-read and really, even mis-delivered.

You really just need to stop posting in general ... too much drama and not aviation !!

You’re doing the flying. You’re real. If you want to be in the picture, be in it. Representation is important.

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Your not trying to get attention by being naked. Pictures are great...that’s why it’s called face-book. I want to know who you are, including what your face looks like. Maybe we’ll recognize each other in the backcountry someday.

My feeling is that photos with people in them generally get more attention as they seem to be a bit more “personal” be it male or female. I didn’t see the post but did read some of your post afterwards so I can’t speak to that but I enjoy your posts. I love to see women enjoying this wonderful thing called aviation, and everyone has different experiences and things to say and show. Posting, texting etc can be a mixed bag and it’s easy to have miscommunication. You’ve been honest and forth write and that I respect. Keep learning and posting! Girls kick ass 💕

It’s not anything I’d worry about. Just fly and have fun.

Breathe. The past is no longer. If it is bothering you, you should do what you can to make it right and then move forward having learned from the experience. Namaste.

Wisdom comes from experience, and experience comes from mistakes. Not saying you made one (you didn’t) just saying- please don’t let fear stop you on your path to wisdom. You are just fine, and the community loves and supports you. Fly on.

Celebrate you as a pilot. I feel you’re not undermining yourself. Go for it!

GO FOR IT!!! You are allowed to be a woman AND fly. We need to do away with the culture that tells women how to act and what to wear. Shall we all just wear hoods over our faces so we don't accidentally look too pretty for someone?? We couldn't possibly expect men (and other sanctimonious women) to treat women like human beings regardless of how they look, uugh.

I feel seen. Great topic. A few thoughts. People should do what makes them happy. And yes I am sure some people post pix for attention, but most are simply highlighting their participation in their love of aviation, not their looks. Not sure the topic is good or bad, probably depends on the intent(which is almost impossible to figure out). But the above pix just looks to me like a female pilot enjoying some time in the air! No apologies needed, but brava for offering one! You're a good soul! Fly safe!

Fly safe ! Have fun!

Having you in the photo just allows all of us to be “in the moment” with you. It is this sharing that inspires and brings us closer as aviators. We are so few, yet FB let’s us know we are many more then we imagined.

Ladies, call them out as you see them!!! Live your Life and fly as if your life depends on it. No one should be the judge! These jokers will come Out of the wood work. I hope he gets removed from here quickly!

I’m the queen of saying the wrong thing and it being taken the wrong way. All is forgiven here. Plus we have to forgive to be forgiven 😜. Bless you for having a heart that cares enough to say your sorry. I didn’t see the original post but we are sisters in aviation, enjoy! Fly and celebrate our accomplishments together. 😊

On the other hand, I've been told I've inspired people (of all genders) into taking up flying or flying a different type of airplane. I doubt just posting photos or videos of just airplanes would do the same trick. So if you safety can, you should. If you don't feel safe or comfortable, then you shouldn't.

No worries! We all say/post words that can be misinterpreted at one time or another. That's life. You did well, by expressing your true intentions. Blueskies and tailwinds!

Leighan Falley I think your explanation and humble attitude towards your original post (I didn’t see it) is admirable. That being said, I have been a follower of yours on Instagram forever, and your photos are nothing short of inspiring to me. Without you in them, they’re beautiful. The planes you fly, the places you go, inspiring. WITH you in them, it gives me- as a female student tailwheel pilot who only dreams of a life like yours at the moment- SUCH inspiration. Whether you’re in them or not, you use your platform to share what you love and that’s all that matters. But for me personally, I enjoy SEEING women in aviation (especially in the backcountry!) because it really just gives you that “Wow, see? That really is a goal that I could attain.” thoughts. Thanks for being so transparent and keep on sharing your world!

It's weird but true that women are often ashamed of what they have achieved for various reasons that society drills into them. This is not he same for men, they are encouraged to express, and show, how great they are often to their detriment (injury or death). Honestly regardless of your gender you should be proud of your accomplishments and the skills you have mastered as a pilot. Bring on the pics💖

Whatever just fucking fly and do you... ignore the girl card and stop feeding the ego both ways. Blue skies

The public will perceive you as you put yourself out there.. low cut shirts.. not probably the best move if you’re wanting a professional career in aviation.. positive, happy, picture with you out doing your thing.. go for it!! We need more women aviators, more women who go for their dreams! So it’s different for everyone but it can be used against you in commercial aviation for sure if used incorrectly.. but females in a male dominate hobby/career will always get more attention regardless of your motives.. just put out good vibes and smile ladies 💕

I didn’t see the original post but there’s never any reason one should have to defend a positive post with positive intentions. I hope that’s what we’re all here to promote🌟

We lived in a mobile home for a few years to afford an airplane.That was 46 years ago. Have a house now and the same airplane.

Love this!❤️ we live in a hangar, on a grass strip KWTF. Citabria has to sleep well, too.

I agree 100% with her, but I think I’d be better off sleeping under the wing.

82WN!

Love that, I feel the same 😉

Hoping to find me a copilot myself. 💕

That is pretty skilled to do in a Pitts

what, sleep in it? I agree, I know of no Pitts that would be particularly comfortable to sleep in. Kate?

Jacqueline Warda, ever sleep in your's?