Katherine Stinson
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About
America's first licensed female pilot and pioneer of the loop stunt.
Before Fame
She took up piloting as a way of funding her piano lessons.
Trivia
She was among the first female pilots authorized to transport United States airmail.
Family Life
She married fellow pilot Miguel Antonio Otero, Jr. in 1928.
Associated With
Her first flight lessons were with Max Lillie, who had served as a pilot for Wilbur and Orville Wright.
