TODAY IN HISTORY: Amelia Earhart flight between Hawaii and California (Jan. 11, 1935)
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Posted January 11, 2017
On January 11, 1935, American aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart made history once again, becoming the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California. Already renowned as the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, Earhart’s 2,400-mile journey across the Pacific further cemented her legacy as a trailblazer in aviation. This daring flight not only demonstrated her remarkable skill and bravery but also advanced the possibilities of long-distance air travel.
To commemorate this milestone, a new exhibit in Honolulu celebrates Earhart’s groundbreaking achievement and her lasting impact on aviation.
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