Goodbye 2024: A Year of Growth, Resilience, and Rejection 2024 has undoubtedly been one of the most challenging years of my life. I faced obstacles that tested me in ways I could never have imagined. Here’s a quick overview of why: 1. Balancing A-Level exams while feeling overwhelmed by scholarship applications. 2. Struggling with the decision of whether or not to attend university. 3. Facing rejections from various job applications. 4. Dealing with financial difficulties. 5. Being turned down for five scholarships. 6. Feeling isolated and alone. 7.Navigating personal challenges. These hurdles drained my energy, and at times, I felt like giving up on my dream of becoming a pilot. But I didn’t give up. Instead, I realised I could aim higher and seize new opportunities. Now, as I reflect on 2024, I’m proud to share some of my most rewarding achievements: 1. Attending the Young Aviators Dinner and networking with incredible individuals. 2. Volunteering at Pilot Careers Live with the British Women Pilots' Association. 3. Conducting my first major interview with Lucy Silvester, British Airways Pilot Recruitment Manager. 4. Visiting the British Airways Global Learning Centre with The Honourable Company Of Air Pilots ,where I experienced a simulator session and gained insights into cabin crew training. 5. Becoming a British Airways Student Ambassador. 6. Organising my own British Airways event at a secondary school. 7. Assisting with the British Airways Talk at Air Pilots House. 8. Completing the AirlinePrep Ltd course at British Airline Pilots' Association (BALPA). 9. Joining the committee of Young Air Pilots as an Events Coordinator. 10. Participating in the TUI Pilot Development Workshop. 11. Touring EasyJet with Mohammad Taher and Hannah Wells. 12. Attending the Airlines Conference in Westminster, London. These accomplishments far outweigh the challenges I faced and embody what resilience truly means. Throughout this journey, I’ve encountered many who doubted my dream of becoming a pilot. To anyone in a similar position: please don’t give up, even when it feels like the odds are against you. I’m not there yet, but I believe in my journey—and I hope you’ll believe in yours too. #resilence
Your determination to find a way to reach your goals is what will define you in the long run Rowshon. Keep going and bravo!
Well done , rejection really does shape people and it’s how you overcome it and it looks like you’ve powered through it and turned 2024 into such a strong year for yourself
Brilliant. Keep doing you. See you at the top!
You’re so inspiring! I know it’s so difficult when everything is testing you and obstacles constantly in your way. Good luck for this year, and I’m sure your efforts will not go unnoticed!!
That is really amazing glad to see the incredible and amazing progression that you made keep up the amazing and the awesome work okay and as always you are awesome and always a shining miracle starlight queen and always a legend as well
What an incredible reflection on a year of perseverance, growth, and triumph! Your ability to overcome significant challenges while keeping your dream of becoming a pilot alive is truly inspiring. Facing rejections and difficult decisions while pushing forward with determination is a testament to your resilience and passion for aviation. Your accomplishments from networking at major events to taking on leadership roles and creating your own opportunities are remarkable achievements that will propel you toward your goals. To anyone navigating similar struggles, your story is a powerful reminder to stay committed and keep believing. Wishing you continued success and momentum in the new year your future in aviation is bright!
Keep aiming for the sky ✈️
Keep going Rowshon your personal drive will be a great example to so many people. Good luck on the PPL journey, it can be a real drag, but it is worth it. Have you looked at Elevate(her) Aviation for inspiration too? Katherine Moloney is a fantastic source of information and support.
Honoured to be included in your year’s achievements! Keep motivated you are already achieving great things and look forward to getting on a flight in the future and you being the pilot 🧑🏻✈️