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An inspiring account of determination and ambition is that of Summer-Joy Hendriks (20) of Worcester, who has soared to new heights by obtaining her private flying licence (PPL).<\/p>\n

With dreams as vast as the skies themselves, she has set her sights on aviation, propelled by a passion ignited in her childhood.<\/p>\n

Matriculating from Worcester Gymnasium in 2021, Hendriks\u2019 journey into aviation began long before she ever set foot in a cockpit. <\/p>\n

Her aspirations began early when she started travelling as a young sportsperson aged 9 years old. <\/p>\n

\u201cI was a South African gymnast, and I\u2019d travel between Johannesburg and Durban. One day I came back from Johannesburg and I told my mom I wanted to be a flight attendant when I was older. She replied, \u2018Why a flight attendant when you can fly the aircraft yourself?\u2019 <\/p>\n

\u201cIt was from that day onwards that I decided I was going to fly planes. Now I\u2019m living my childhood dream.\u201d <\/p>\n

Hendriks\u2019 journey to the skies led her to the Cape Town Flight Training Centre, where she dedicated a year and a half to her aviation education. <\/p>\n

Along the way she encountered numerous challenges, but remained resolute in her pursuit.<\/p>\n

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From left: Deputy Mayor Cllr Juben Von Willingh, Summer-Joy Hendriks, Executive Mayor Antoinette Steyn and Municipal Manager David McThomas. <\/div>\n
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\u201cThere were a lot of ups and downs, but I pushed through them all,\u201d she affirmed.<\/p>\n

On the cusp of acquiring her commercial licence, Hendriks is toying with the idea of joining Qantas, the esteemed Australian airline renowned for its exceptional service and safety standards.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy parents were always there for me. They were a huge encouragement. They allowed me to live my childhood dream.\u201d <\/p>\n

In recognition of her remarkable achievement, the Breede Valley Municipality extended an invitation to Hendriks who, as a newly certified pilot holding a private licence, is now authorised to rent aircraft and carry non-paying passengers for leisure flying, both locally and internationally.<\/p>\n

\u201cI never saw this day coming. I\u2019m amazed to be invited by the council.\u201d <\/p>\n

Undeterred by challenges, she remains steadfast in her pursuit of excellence, currently enrolled in a Commercial Pilot Licence programme to further her career goals. <\/p>\n

\u201cMy advice for young people like me is to study and work hard and not give up even in the face of adversity. Money follows the vision.\u201d <\/p>\n

Hendriks spoke of her own journey of perseverance and dedication, and her unwavering determination and boundless enthusiasm.<\/p>\n

She holds that the sky is not the limit; it\u2019s just the beginning! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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