https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoebe_Omlie May 24th is AMT Day Aviation Maintenance Technician Day is celebrated on May 24th, which is the birthday of the man who invented the first aircraft engine, Charles E. Taylor). In honor of this day, I wanted to recognize an amazing woman – Phoebe Jane Fairgrave Omlie (November 21, 1902 – July 17, 1975).  She is someone to … Continue reading Phoebe Omlie – The 1st Female AMT
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Celebrating Women In Aviation!
https://womenofaviationweek.iwoaw.org https://nationaldaycalendar.com/women-of-aviation-worldwide-week-week-of-march-8th Annually, the week of March 8th is used to recognize the women in aviation past, present, and future on a global scale. When "the sky's the limit" or there's "no ceiling" that should mean there are no restrictions, including gender. As Walt Disney is credited to have said, "If you can dream it, … Continue reading Celebrating Women In Aviation!
My Book Review of GIRLS ON THE LINE
Girls on the Line by Aimie K. Runyan My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another View of WWI & WomanhoodI loved this story. It was real to history and powerful while maintaining patriotism, romance, and action. It gave a truthful depiction of society in the early 1900s but still offered a story of sisterhood, empowerment, … Continue reading My Book Review of GIRLS ON THE LINE
November is Aviation History Month
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/aviation-history-month-november/ Aviation is near and dear to my heart. I have a background (including formal education) in civil and military aviation. It has been a passion of mine since I can recall. That makes this month very exciting to me since it is Aviation History Month. Aviation offers a variety of opportunities that go beyond … Continue reading November is Aviation History Month
Amelia Earhart Day
https://nationaldaycalendar.com/days-2/national-amelia-earhart-day-july-24/ Most people know that Amelia Earhart was a famous aviator, but they are not award that she was also a bestselling author. We celebrate the National Amelia Earhart Day on her birthday – July 24th, 1897. We do so because of the amazing accomplishments she achieved (as listed by Newsweek): The first woman to fly solo above 14,000 … Continue reading Amelia Earhart Day
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