Opal Kunz

Pilot

Birthday November 6, 1894

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace California

DEATH DATE May 15, 1967 (72)

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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.