The Most Famous Female Aviator, Ranked
Voting rules: Choose the female aviator you think is the most famous!
Updated on May 7, 2024 07:07
Historically, the field of aviation has been marked by the daring feats of many, yet the stories of female aviators have often been less highlighted despite their significant contributions and pioneering flights. By focusing on these remarkable women, we offer a corrective glimpse which not only educates but also inspires newer generations looking up to the skies.
Through an interactive voting system, this site enables visitors to help judge the impact and legacy of these aviators. Each vote helps refine and adjust the list, ensuring it remains reflective of public opinion and historical significance. This approach provides a dynamic tool for learning and for appreciating the breadth of achievements in the world of aviation.
Who Is the Most Famous Female Aviator?
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155votes
Underwood & Underwood (active 1880 – c. 1950)[1] · Public domainShe was one of the most famous aviators of all time and the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She disappeared in 1937 during an attempt to fly around the world.Amelia Earhart in other rankings- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous missing person
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous pilot
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218votes
National Air and Space Museum · Public domainShe was the first African American woman to earn a pilot's license and performed in airshows across the United States in the 1920s.Bessie Coleman in other rankings- Position 7 of 10 in Most famous pilot
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338votes
Unknown authorUnknown author or not provided · Public domainShe was a pioneer in aviation and was the first woman to break the sound barrier. She also founded the Women's Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) during World War II. -
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George Grantham Bain Collection · Public domainShe was the first woman to receive a pilot's license in the United States and the first woman to fly across the English Channel. She died in a plane crash in 1912. -
59votesShe was the first American woman to go to space and was a physicist and astronaut for NASA.Sally Ride in other rankings
- Position 6 of 10 in Most famous NASA scientist
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615votes
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78votesShe was the first registered airline flight attendant in the world and was also a pilot.Ellen Church in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous flight attendant
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85votes
Robert Markowitz · Public domainShe was the first woman to command a space shuttle mission for NASA and was a retired Air Force colonel. -
99votes
Bain News Service, publisher · Public domainShe was a pioneering aviator in the early 1900s and set multiple aviation records, including a long-distance flight from Chicago to New York. -
103votes
Bain News Service, publisher · Public domainShe was a stunt pilot and aviation pioneer in the early 1900s and was the fourth woman in the United States to receive a pilot's license.
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This is a community-based ranking of the most famous female aviator. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or Pilot is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!
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Background Information: Female Aviators
Women have been making strides in aviation since the early days of flight. Despite the initial obstacles and prejudices they faced, many female aviators have made significant contributions to the field and inspired generations of women to follow in their footsteps.
One of the most famous female aviators was Amelia Earhart, who captured the world's imagination with her daring flights and mysterious disappearance. Earhart was not only a skilled pilot, but also a tireless advocate for women's rights and a symbol of courage and determination.
But Earhart was not alone in her achievements. Other notable female aviators include Bessie Coleman, the first African American woman to earn a pilot's license, and Jacqueline Cochran, who set numerous records and became the first woman to break the sound barrier.
Today, female aviators continue to challenge barriers and push the limits of what is possible in the skies. From military pilots to commercial airline captains to stunt flyers, women are making their mark on the aviation industry and inspiring future generations of aviators.
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