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Bringing equality in the sky – “The Powder Puff Derby of 1929”

Posted on October 3, 2015 by problogic

This excellent book by author Gene Nora Jessen chronicles the first Women’s National Air Race. Starting in Santa Monica, California, these 19 female aviation pioneers raced to Cleveland, Ohio a mere two months before the Stock Market Crash and the … Continue reading →

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Soaring into aviation history aboard the Southern Cross

Posted on August 28, 2015 by problogic

Those of us who grow up in the United States tend to get taught a largely American-centric view of world history. Not to say that is bad or that the same thing doesn’t happen elsewhere, but given our diverse, melting … Continue reading →

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Civilian airports named for aviation pioneers

Posted on July 6, 2015 by problogic

Below is a list of pioneer aviators from around the world for whom airports have been named as an honor to their courageous achievements.  Sadly, in some instances, the name of the pioneering aviator has been removed from the airport … Continue reading →

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