Amelia Earhart's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Amelia Earhart. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Amelia Earhart was a pioneering American aviator who disappeared over the Pacific Ocean in 1937 during an attempt to circumnavigate the globe. A champion of women's rights and commercial aviation, she was the first woman to fly solo non-stop across the Atlantic. Earhart set numerous aviation records, authored best-selling books about her experiences, and helped found The Ninety-Nines, an organization for female pilots. Her disappearance cemented her status as a global cultural icon, symbolizing courage and the pursuit of dreams.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Legacy & Impact

October 22, 1922: World Record for Female Pilots

On October 22, 1922, Amelia Earhart flew the Airster to an altitude of 14,000 feet (4,300 m), setting a world record for female pilots.

May 16, 1923: Receives Pilot's License

On May 16, 1923, Amelia Earhart became the 16th woman in the United States to be issued a pilot's license by the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI).

1927: First Flight out of Dennison Airport

In 1927, Amelia Earhart piloted the first official flight out of Dennison Airport in Quincy, Massachusetts, demonstrating her growing involvement in aviation.

June 17, 1928: First Woman to Cross the Atlantic as Passenger

On June 17, 1928, Amelia Earhart departed from Trepassey Harbor, Newfoundland, as a passenger aboard a Fokker F.VIIb/3m named Friendship, landing in South Wales after 20 hours and 40 minutes, becoming the first woman to cross the Atlantic Ocean by airplane.

August 1928: Solo Flight Across North America

In August 1928, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly solo across the North American continent and back, marking a significant achievement in her aviation career.

1928: First Female Passenger Across the Atlantic

In 1928, Amelia Earhart gained celebrity status after becoming the first female passenger to cross the Atlantic by airplane.

1929: Recognition by Experienced Pilots

In 1929, Amelia Earhart's piloting skills and professionalism were acknowledged by experienced professional pilots, highlighting her growing reputation in the aviation community.

1930: Set Women's Aviation Records

Between 1930 and 1935, Amelia Earhart set seven women's speed-and-distance aviation records in various aircraft.

April 8, 1931: World Altitude Record

On April 8, 1931, Amelia Earhart set a world altitude record of 18,415 feet (5,613 m) flying a Pitcairn PCA-2 autogyro borrowed from the Beech-Nut Chewing Gum company.

May 20, 1932: Solo Transatlantic Flight

On May 20, 1932, Amelia Earhart took off from Harbour Grace, Newfoundland, and landed in a pasture north of Derry, Northern Ireland, completing her solo transatlantic flight in 14 hours and 56 minutes.