Asli Hassan Abade facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Asli Hassan Abade
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Asli in the 1970s
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Asli Xasan Cabaade
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| Birth name | Asli Xasan Cabaade (Calanside) |
| Born | 1 January 1958 Buloburde, Trust Territory of Somaliland (present-day Somalia) |
| Allegiance |  Somali Democratic Republic |
| Service/ |
 Somali Air Force |
| Years of service | 1976–1992 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Other work | Activist |
Asli Hassan Abade is a brave and important woman from Somalia. She was a pilot in the Somali Air Force and later became an activist. Asli made history as the first African woman to fly a plane by herself. She is also the only female pilot ever in the Somali Air Force.
Asli served as a pilot from 1976 until 1992. This was when a difficult civil war began in Somalia. After her time in the military, she moved to the United States. As of October 2009, she was living in Texas.
A Pioneer Pilot
Flying High
Asli Hassan Abade began her journey as a pilot in the Somali Air Force. She took her very first solo flight on September 9, 1976. This means she flew the plane all by herself for the first time. It was a big moment for her and for women in aviation across Africa.
She continued to fly for the Somali Air Force for many years. Her career as a pilot lasted from 1976 until the end of 1992. During this time, she was a well-known and respected pilot.
Working for Peace
After her military career, Asli Hassan Abade became a strong voice for peace. In the mid-2000s, she started a special campaign. Her goal was to encourage leaders in Somalia to work together. She wanted them to end the long-lasting civil conflict in her home country.
Asli attended many important political meetings. She always wore clothes that were the colors of the Somali flag. People at these meetings respected her greatly for her dedication.
The Flag-bearer
Asli played a key role in a peace process in Arta, Djibouti. This process helped create the Transitional Federal Government for Somalia. Because of her efforts, she earned a special nickname: Calansida. This means "The Flag-bearer" in Somali. It showed how much she stood for her country and its future.
Asli describes herself as a "patriot." This means she deeply loves and supports her country. She also calls herself "a strong lady." This comes from her experiences and strength gained during her time in the military.
See also
In Spanish: Asli Hassan Abade para niños
- Ali Matan Hashi
