Born Muscogee, Florida, 1908. Her distinguished aviation
career began in 1932 when she obtained her pilots license
with only 3 weeks of instruction. Her life has been one of
total dedication to aviation and from her first air race in
1934 she was respected among all for her competitor spirit
and high skill. Her performances in the aviation events of
the 1930s are legendary. Among her record flights was the
establishment of a 1964 record of 1429 MPH in the F-104
Starfighter.
With U.S. entry into World War II She formed and led the
famed Women's Air Force Service Pilots. This group more
than 1000 strong played a major role in the delivery of
aircraft to the combat areas throughout the world.
Holder of more aeronautical records for speed, altitude and
distance than any other person in aerospace history.
Dedicated, courageous, skilled aviatrix.
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