BIRTHDAY
Sep 15, 1909 September 15
BIRTHPLACE
New Zealand
DEATH DATE
Nov 22, 2024 (age 73)
BIRTH SIGN
About
Popular New Zealand aviatrix who broke multiple flying records during the 1930s.
Trivia
She became the first woman to fly solo across the South Atlantic Ocean.
Before Fame
She began planning for her record-breaking England-to-Australia flight while she was still studying for her pilot's license.
Family Life
Her mother encouraged her dream of flying and signed her up for lessons with an Australian pilot.
Associated With
She and Opal Kunz inspired future generations of female pilots.