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Little Katie Stinson.(Past Contact)

Little Katie Stinson

By Giacinta Bradley Koontz

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"The name "Katherine Stinson" on a program was sure to draw a crowd. In spite of the publicity generated by her daring feats, she was known in the flying community, especially among the mechanics, as a sane flier who was meticulous about maintenance."

-- Eileen F. LeBow, Aviation Author, "Before Amelia"

Aviatrix Katherine ("Katie") Stinson was the first woman sky-writer, first woman to loop the loop, and first woman to fly in Canada, Japan, and China. She flew day or night and set distance records. Her stunts were death-defying as she pushed herself and her aircraft to extreme limits. ...

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