20/09/2026
Inspired by her father’s wings, she is now earning wings of her own.
We proudly celebrate Capt. Louna Hanash, Orient Aviation’s first Syrian female pilot trainee to complete her first solo flight released by Capt. Angelo Manuel Liboro.
IN HER OWN WORDS:
“I still remember what it felt like as a little girl, looking at my dad’s pilot uniform, sneaking away to put it on, and dreaming of the day it would actually fit me.
He didn’t just spark my love for aviation; he gave me my first inspiration. And behind every challenging step of this journey, there has been my mom, with her constant prayers, endless strength, and unconditional belief in me.
Today, all of those childhood dreams and years of wishing led to a moment I will never forget: my first solo flight.
This achievement belongs to my dad, who showed me what it means to reach for the skies, and to my mom, who kept me grounded and strong through it all.
Thank you to my instructors and Orient Aviation for helping me turn that childhood dream into reality.
First solo, officially in the books. ✈️
Congratulations, Capt. Louna Hanash!