Do You Know Who Is the Youngest Licensed Pilot in US History?

Since we talked about a woman who stood up for her beliefs last week on History Corner, I wanted to share a movie about a girl with the same spunk!


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Pearl is the true and inspiring story of Chickasaw aviatrix, Pearl Carter Scott, the youngest licensed pilot in American History, a record she still holds!  


About HerEula Pearl Carter Scott was born in 1915 in Marlow, Oklahoma to members of the Chickasaw Nation. She learned how to drive at the age of 12, and then took on flying at the age of 13, under legendary aviator Wiley Post. She became the youngest LICENSED pilot in the United States with her first solo flight on September 12, 1929. She later worked as a stunt pilot, until ending her career, to be with her family.

In 1983, Pearl was elected to the Chickasaw legislature, serving three terms while being inducted into the Oklahoma Aviation and Space Hall of Fame, the Chickasaw Nation Hall of Fame, the International Women's Air and Space Museum Hall of Fame, and is a charter member of the National Museum of American Indian at the Smithsonian. She died in 2005

The movie: Elijah DeJesus, in her first lead role, brings Pearl into being for the film audience. A spunky 12 year old Pearl soars as she befriends world renowned pilot Wiley Post, which introduces her to a love for flying and to becoming the youngest pilot in American aviation history. Pearl encountered her share of obstacles during this time. She rose above adversity, takes on responsibility, and with the guidance of her father, heldfast to her 'never give up' attitude.

Pearl reminds us of the resilience, determination and drive we all have within us - that dreams are possible when you 'never give up'.


Here's a film clip:




So check it out if you come across it! It's a great film for family night!

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