Women Pilots in History

The first 10 women to earn a pilot license worldwide were:

Learn more about some of the notable women pilots that marked aviation history:

First Licensed Women Pilots (by country): Biographies of the women who were first to earn a pilot license in their respective countries
Worldwide Women Pilots Achievements: Biographies of women pilots who pushed the limits over the last 100 years

"Kirsten is the High School Senior now considering becoming a professional pilot."

— Janet G., Gonzales, LA, USA

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100 years ago today, Marie-Louise Driancourt became the 6th woman worldwide to earn a pilot license. — 1 year 49 weeks ago
100 years ago, Héléne Dutrieu became the first woman pilot ever to win an air race. She beat 14 male pilots to win Coppa del Re air race. — 1 year 49 weeks ago
#Renton proudly displays its 2010 title on airport banner. Check it out. It looks great! http://bit.ly/dLnaA2 — 2 years 5 weeks ago
@KarlenePetitt presents the 2010 "Most Female Pilot Friendly Airport in the US" trophy to the city of #Renton, WA, http://bit.ly/eUcShW — 2 years 8 weeks ago
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