Lettice Curtis
Engineer and pilot, Air Transport Auxiliary
Born
1915
110 years ago
Died
July 21st, 2014
11 years ago — 99 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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An English engineer and pilot, contributions included work as a test pilot and a member of the Air Transport Auxiliary during World War II. In this role, delivered aircraft from factories to Royal Air Force stations. Became one of the first female pilots in the United Kingdom to qualify for a commercial pilot's license. After the war, continued to promote aviation and women's participation in the field through various initiatives and organizations.
Served in the Air Transport Auxiliary during WWII
Became one of the first women with a commercial pilot's license in the UK
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