The Daring and Mysterious Life of Amelia Earhart

In 1928, Amelia became the first woman to cross the Atlantic by air—but as a passenger, not the pilot. The media still treated her like a hero, calling her “Lady Lindy” because she reminded them of Charles Lindbergh. The sudden fame shocked her but also gave her big opportunities.

She went on lecture tours, met famous people, and got offers to write books about her experience. Even though she hadn’t flown the plane herself, she used this attention wisely. Amelia made sure people knew she planned to fly again—next time as the pilot, not just the passenger.