Captain Zoya Agarwal is a globally celebrated commercial pilot and a pioneer in Indian aviation, best known for becoming the first Indian woman to fly a Boeing 777 over the North Pole. As a senior commander at Air India and a vocal advocate for gender equality in STEM and aviation, she has inspired millions of young women to dream bigger and fly higher.

Zoya first made headlines in 2013 when she became the youngest woman in India to pilot a Boeing 777, breaking stereotypes in one of the most male-dominated industries. In 2021, she led the all-woman crew that operated Air India’s longest commercial flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru over the North Pole-a historic achievement that earned her global recognition, including a feature at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C.

Beyond the cockpit, Zoya is a UN Women spokesperson, motivational speaker, and role model for aspiring aviators, regularly speaking at schools, leadership summits, and global forums. Her journey is a testament to resilience, precision, and the pursuit of excellence, with her signature message: “The sky is not the limit-it’s just the beginning.”

Captain Zoya Agarwal continues to soar as a symbol of empowered leadership, fearless ambition, and the limitless potential of women in aviation.