In the 1960s, the US launched (pun intended) into a new frontier…space and the race for the moon. The US discovered that in order to achieve this lofty goal, it required a premier agency to oversee the program, thus the National Aeronautics
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Meet the Military – Women in Aviation International Conference 2014
Women and men crowded into the 2014 Women in Aviation International 25th Conference. This international event gives pilots and aviation specialists the opportunity to interface with industry and meet those with similar careers and interests. Daughters of members also had
Continue readingWhat’s in Your Favorite Pilot bar?
I’ve been in my share of aviation bars through the years from the Pancho Barnes room frequented by seasoned test pilots to the ones hosting pilots working toward their first set of wings. I’ve seen some interesting things. Photographed a
Continue readingGirls Fly Too- Graduation from Air Force Pilot Training
Today’s blog honors two occasions…my niece’s graduation from pilot training and Women in Aviation week. If you’ve spent any time on my website or reading through earlier blogs, you already know that aviation is a household word and a lifestyle
Continue readingPast Tale of Pilot Training Graduation
The members of our clan are doomed (to fly that is). Aviation runs through their blood and is a topic of discussion at most family gatherings. Excitement builds once again as we prepare for another “flying” graduation…this one for my
Continue readingA WWII Flier Who Stole a Heart
In September 2011 at almost 97 years, pilot Mary Lou Colbert (Neale) passed away. The WASP whose background can be found on the P-38 National Association site, says a lot about this tough lady. On her death, a newspaper printed
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