Angela Swann-Cronin

Angela Swann-Cronin is a pioneering figure in New Zealand's aviation history, being the first Māori woman to become an air force pilot. After serving in the Royal New Zealand Air Force for 13 years, she retired in 2009 and now flies 787s for Air New Zealand. During the recent Anzac Day service in Rotorua, she delivered a heartfelt address about love and remembrance, emphasizing the values of courage and compassion that underpin the sacrifices made by soldiers.