Opal Kunz

About

American socialite and feminist who took many well-publicized flights and encouraged other women to become pilots.

Before Fame

She served as first president of the "Ninety-Nines", an organization of female aviators.

Trivia

She founded the "Betsy Ross Air Corps," a group composed of licensed female pilots who supported war-time relief efforts on the home front.

Family Life

Her seven-year marriage to Dr. George Frederick Kunz was annulled in 1930.

Associated With

Amelia Earhart was another famous female pilot.