dlesmond - sexist! sexist! sexist! Just wanted to be the first
There's always going to be guys holding out-moded notions about women in aviation (interestingly, I've found it's seldom the old blokes, who always seem to take a "onya, Sheila" approach).
I once had a middle-aged LAME say,
"teaching you about engines is like you trying to teach me about fashion"
Poor bloke....at least I have a chance of passing CPL Gen!
On the whole though, I've had nothing but support. I don't feel that I have to prove myself, and I certainly don't feel as though I have to hide my femininity - it's possible to be both competent and glamourous - look at Nancy Bird, or Shelley Ross (ex-editor of Flying mag). If a male pilot wants to refuel my plane, great - not because I'm afraid of damaging my nails, but because there's nothing wrong with gallantry. I don't see why equality should mean homogeneity.
Sounds like you've had a rough time of it, caj88. Has some-one implied that you're not worthy of a role due to your gender?