Opal Kunz
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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.
