With the approach of World War II, two experienced women pilots recognized ... They separately petitioned the military to consider using women as ferry pilots. In 1941, racing pilot Jacqueline ...
was created at the start of World War Two to ferry new, damaged and repaired aircraft between factories and airfields. Catherine Beale Flight Captain Slade was an experienced pilot, having worked ...
The story of a 'forgotten' World War II female pilot is set to be celebrated - with ... and volunteered to serve in a wartime capacity to ferry any manner of aircraft. In her three years at ...
Freydis Sharland, nee Leaf, was among the first women to earn RAF pilot wings A blue plaque ... was created at the start of WW2 to ferry new, damaged and repaired aircraft without radios or ...