Katherine Stinson
Aviator and Aeronautical Pioneer
Born
February 14th, 1891
134 years ago
Died
1977
48 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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An American aviator, Stinson became a prominent figure in early aviation, achieving several significant milestones. In 1912, she was the first woman to fly a loop. Her contributions included performing aerial stunts and participating in air shows across the United States. Stinson also established a flight school in 1915, contributing to the training of aviators. Throughout her career, she set records and gained recognition as one of the pioneering women in aviation during a time when it was predominantly a male-dominated field.
First woman to fly a loop in 1912
Established a flight school in 1915
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