Amelia Earhart

The pilot who first proved that women can fly

Who is she?

Amelia Earhart was an American pilot, the first woman to fly over the Atlantic Ocean. She proves that for women, the sky is not the limit and they also belong there.

Why is she an overman?

Amelia embarks on bold and challenging endeavors in an age when society believes that innovation and adventure are not in the power of women. She pushes the boundaries of expectations for her gender and in doing so inspires countless people to follow their dreams, no matter the obstacles. To this day, she is a symbol of independence, courage and determination.

In 1928, she gained widespread recognition as the first woman to fly across the Atlantic as a passenger, and soon after, in 1932, she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. Her other aviation accomplishments include becoming the first woman to fly solo non-stop across the United States and the first woman to fly solo from Hawaii to California.

Quotes:

The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity. The fears are paper tigers. You can do anything you decide to do.

Adventure is worthwhile in itself.

Courage is the price that life exacts for granting peace.

Please know I am quite aware of the hazards. I want to do it because I want to do it. Women must try to do things as men have tried. When they fail, their failure must be but a challenge to others. – Letter to her husband before her last flight

Short Biography:

24.07.1897 – disappeared on 02.07.1937

Amelia Earhart was born in Atchison, Kansas. At an early age she became fascinated with aviation and through her determination obtained her pilot’s license in 1923. She quickly became known for her pioneering achievements in a field dominated by men.

In 1931 she married the publicist George Palmer Putnam. Her ideas about marriage were liberal and for herself she saw it as a partnership. In the meantime, she works for women’s rights and helps encourage more women into aviation.

In 1937 Earhart embarked on her most ambitious adventure: attempting to circumnavigate the globe. During the last leg of her journey, her plane disappeared over the Pacific near Howland Island. Despite an extensive search, she was never found, and her disappearance remains one of aviation’s greatest mysteries.