As Earhart climbed into the cockpit, she “sighted three fire engines and an ambulance posted down the field where ‘X’ might be expected to mark the spot if an accident occurred.”
As a pilot in a lone Army Helicopter, flying missions into the High Italian Alps in the early 1970s ... I can fully appreciate Amelia's many concerns ... for the unknowns coming up in flight. Getting over Valleys and areas that are "socked in" not sure of the conditions at the destinations.. But then again, seeing the Hand of God , so to speak, on a quiet mountain evening, flying into the Sunset, and knowing your almost home. and all your decisions were good ones.
Amelia Earhart loved flying and exploring and she challenged herself to be the first on a number of occasions, much like Charles Lindbergh. She did much to knock down obstacles confronting women and flying in general and her bravery and skill did much for the aviation industry. Thank you Tara.
It's almost inconceivable that we went from this historic flight in 1935 to full aerial warfare with almost full command of the skies in WWII in less than a decade.
I love her story. My husband’s cousin Patty Wagstaff is a great aeronautic flyer & participated in many air shows during the 1970-80s . As a little girl I dressed up as Amelia many times. That’s for the historical tid bit
As Earhart climbed into the cockpit, she “sighted three fire engines and an ambulance posted down the field where ‘X’ might be expected to mark the spot if an accident occurred.”
Makes me wonder about the mindset of the people who put in so much preparation for her failure while Ms. Earhart did so much prep for her success. Certainly, during the time the country could have used something to cheer about rather than to brood over. But her courageous nature would have none of the negative vibe of the day even admonishing her sponsors as cowards. She had a brave and strong constitution and lifted them all out of their dreadful distress and instead buoyed the country's spirits with her success.
We’ve come a long way since then. Sadly the lack of modern equipment ended her life. She had the heart of a lion….a true pathfinder and history will not forget her.
As a pilot in a lone Army Helicopter, flying missions into the High Italian Alps in the early 1970s ... I can fully appreciate Amelia's many concerns ... for the unknowns coming up in flight. Getting over Valleys and areas that are "socked in" not sure of the conditions at the destinations.. But then again, seeing the Hand of God , so to speak, on a quiet mountain evening, flying into the Sunset, and knowing your almost home. and all your decisions were good ones.
Amelia Earhart loved flying and exploring and she challenged herself to be the first on a number of occasions, much like Charles Lindbergh. She did much to knock down obstacles confronting women and flying in general and her bravery and skill did much for the aviation industry. Thank you Tara.
It's almost inconceivable that we went from this historic flight in 1935 to full aerial warfare with almost full command of the skies in WWII in less than a decade.
Yep
I love her story. My husband’s cousin Patty Wagstaff is a great aeronautic flyer & participated in many air shows during the 1970-80s . As a little girl I dressed up as Amelia many times. That’s for the historical tid bit
This Lady had nerves of steel and a brain that went along with it!
Thank you Tara!!
What an amazing woman! Her courage and determination inspired women AND men everywhere! It's a shame she wasn't able to complete her final endevor!
🇺🇲 Thanks for the reminder!
Strange how her past achievements get lost a bit, after her final flight. 🇺🇲
Thanks for the post. She was a hero on more ways than one... What a gal!!!
Thank you, Tara
Stories about Amelia Earhart are always an inspiration. Forever pushing the limits of knowledge. Thanks Tara
Great stories of history!
She was most definitely an aviation pioneer with tons of courage.
Thank you Tara!
As Earhart climbed into the cockpit, she “sighted three fire engines and an ambulance posted down the field where ‘X’ might be expected to mark the spot if an accident occurred.”
Makes me wonder about the mindset of the people who put in so much preparation for her failure while Ms. Earhart did so much prep for her success. Certainly, during the time the country could have used something to cheer about rather than to brood over. But her courageous nature would have none of the negative vibe of the day even admonishing her sponsors as cowards. She had a brave and strong constitution and lifted them all out of their dreadful distress and instead buoyed the country's spirits with her success.
Thank you Tara for sharing this story of an American heroine. Amelia certainly inspired the world in the wonders of air travel.
We’ve come a long way since then. Sadly the lack of modern equipment ended her life. She had the heart of a lion….a true pathfinder and history will not forget her.
Thank you for another wonderful story of bravery! 🇺🇸🙏🏻