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The Women of Avenger Field

Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) trained at Sweetwater's Avenger Field during World War II to fly military aircraft, enabling male pilots to focus on combat while remaining largely unrecognized and denied veterans' benefits after the war.

fromABC7 San Francisco

1 week ago

Chresten Wilson: Bay Area pilot makes history during Women's History Month

Primarily the changes have been technology as far as flying the airplane, flying the old 737s to what we fly now with all the new technology. Well, that's been interesting, ya know, attitudes have changed for the most part, we're very accepted and considered a part of the team.

Women in technology

History

fromwww.amny.com

4 months ago

Plaque goes up in the Village honoring Amelia Earhart | amNewYork

Amelia Earhart's Greenwich House plaque commemorates her pioneering aviation achievements, social work in Greenwich Village, and legacy breaking gender barriers.

Miami food

fromMiami Herald

9 months ago

Airline deals, new flights and more style - even caviar - await summer travelers

Girl Scouts celebrate Women's Aviation Day by learning about industry careers at Miami International Airport.

American Airlines launches AAdvantage promotion to boost travel using frequent flyer miles.

Boston Celtics

fromwww.mercurynews.com

11 months ago

Today in History: April 17, the Bay of Pigs Invasion

April 17 marks several key historical events, including the Bay of Pigs invasion and the first womenâs Boston Marathon.