NATIONAL AMELIA EARHART DAY
Fast Facts
- WHEN
- Celebrated each year on July 24th
- WHAT
- To honor the achievements of Amelia Earhart on the date of her birth
- HOW
- Learn about the many firsts of Amelia Earhart's career
- VIBE
- Nostalgic, historical
NATIONAL AMELIA EARHART DAY
Each year on July 24, National Amelia Earhart Day honors the achievements of the aviation pioneer on the date of her birth.
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Author and American aviation pioneer, Amelia Mary Earhart was born on July 24, 1897. One of Earhart's most impressive achievements took place on May 20th, 1932. Earhart took off from Harbour Grace, Newfoundland and flew solo across the Atlantic ocean.
Throughout the flight, she faced many technical difficulties. Her goal was to land in Paris, France. Due to Earhart's challenges in flight, she landed the red Lockheed Vega 14 hours and 56 minutes later in Northern Ireland. All in all, the flight was a success. She became the first woman pilot to complete the journey. Following Earhart's record-setting accomplishment, she earned the United States Distinguished Flying Cross.
Amelia Earhart Tid-Bits
Broke many records, including the first woman to fly over the Atlantic Ocean.
Wrote best-selling books about her flying experiences.
Instrumental in the formation of The Ninety-Nines (an organization for female pilots)
Joined the Purdue University aviation department faculty in 1935 as a visiting faculty member to counsel women on careers and help to inspire others with her love for aviation.
Member of the National Woman’s Party.
Supporter of the Equal Rights Amendment.
In 1937, Earhart attempted to circumnavigate the globe. Unfortunately, her Purdue-funded Lockheed Model 10 Electra disappeared over the Pacific Ocean near Howland Island in July.
Today, her successes continue to draw women around the globe to the world of aviation. Fascination with her life, career, and disappearance continues to this day. Whether or not the mystery will ever be solved remains to be seen.
First Rate Aviator
1928
The first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean (as a passenger).
1932
The first woman (and second person after Charles Lindbergh) to fly solo non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean.
1932
The first woman to fly solo nonstop across the United States.
1935
The first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California.
HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL AMELIA EARHART DAY
Celebrate the day by researching and reading more about this famous female aviator. Add to your research other women aviation pioneers that led the way such as Bessie Coleman and Louise Thaden. Another way to celebrate includes exploring other amazing firsts in flight. You can also cast your doubts or share your wonder by using #AmeliaEarhartDay on social media.
NATIONAL AMELIA EARHART DAY HISTORY
However, our research was unable to find the creator of National Amelia Earhart Day. We do know Amelia Earhart was born July 24, 1897, which explains why we celebrate this amazing aviator today.