Little Miss North Florida to attend Girls in Aviation Day at DAB

Ormond Beach Observer
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Little Miss North Florida Gianna Capri, 10, of Ormond Beach, will be holding a meet and greet at the Women in Aviation International Daytona Beach Chapter Girls in Aviation Day on Sept. 21 at the Daytona Beach International Airport.

Gianna has a connection to the local aviation community through her mother Jennifer Capri, who has been working within the aviation community for over 23 years, according to a press release. Gianna will join young girls from across the county who have an interest in learning about professional careers in aviation.

The local WAI chapter is dedicated to encouraging and supporting women in all aspects of aviation, said Chapter President Vanesa Miksa. They host a variety of events throughout the year, including beach cleanups, summer socials and the Pancake Fly-Ins.

"This chapter brings together a community of aviation enthusiasts, professionals, and students in the Daytona Beach area, offering networking, mentorship, educational opportunities, and resources,” Miksa said.

Gianna said she is happy to be a part of the Girls in Aviation Day and is planning on speaking to local girls in the community about how participating in organizations like Miss North Florida can help raise funds to be used at the collegiate level.

“I really like to travel and always enjoy flying," Gianna said. "My mom is a pilot and loves talking airplanes with me and my brothers. She really likes airplanes."

Gianna will also be discussing her initiative, Michael’s ‘Ohana, with the WAI Daytona Beach Chapter and girls who participate in the day’s activities. Michael’s ‘Ohana was created in honor of her uncle, who died of a degenerative neurological disease in April 2021. To date, Gianna has raised over $53,000 for different organizations from northeast to central Florida.