Aviator Earhart Disappears in Flight over South Pacific
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events: 1900-2001
- Categories: Women’s Issues, Aviation, Space Exploration
- Subcategories: Aircraft, Airplanes
- Curriculum: American History 1901-1950, Women’s History
- Geographical Location: United States
- Date: July 2, 1937
Article abstract: Pioneer aviator Amelia Earhart and her airplane vanished in the South Pacific during her attempt to become the first woman pilot to fly around the world.
Ever the Pioneer
By the mid-1930’s, Amelia Earhart had set or broken many existing flying records. Although flying was generally considered a male pursuit, Earhart was determined to learn how to fly. She worked hard and saved money to finance flying lessons, which in those days cost about a thousand dollars. She made her first solo flight in 1921. Earhart set an altitude record in...
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