Community & Business
2 August, 2022
Marjorie named finalist in prestigious aviation award
AN anonymous nomination has led to Angel Flights CEO Marjorie Pagani being named a finalist in the Australian Aviation Awards for Aviation Executive of the Year.
The Australian Aviation Awards recognises the leading professionals and businesses in the aviation community across the country, with 118 high-flying pilots being named finalists two weeks ago.
Marjorie not only leads a team of volunteer Angel Flight pilots to help those who are sick and struggling but also volunteers her own plane and time to work alongside patients who need the essential travel.
She says she is humbled and honoured by the nomination and is proud of the difference her and her team have made to many lives.
“Someone nominated me, and I am not too sure who because I work with a lot of different aviation industries but I was so honoured to have made it as a finalist,” Marjorie said.
“We have come a long way since humble beginnings and we have particularly done a lot in the last two years, especially during Covid and with the Lismore floods.
“We have opened our doors to help people who need it most and I am a proud local girl doing this job.”
Australian Aviation’s Adam Thorn was impressed by the variety of aviation experts in the finalist list and their efforts particularly in the Covid world.
“Aviation has endured the most difficult period in its history,” he said.
“It’s a testament to all of our nominees that they were able to achieve such exceptional results during this very challenging period.
“As we move into a post-Covid world, those acknowledged at our inaugural awards are sure to thrive.”
Winners will be announced at a black-tie gala dinner at The Star, Sydney on, 1 September.
