Amelia Earhart

As one of the great pioneers of air travel, Amelia Earhart was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.

She pushed aviation technology to its limits, broke countless records, and became famous throughout the world for her skill, bravery and determination.

But what prompted her to take to the skies, despite the overwhelming risks?

And what really happened on her mysteriuos final flight—an enduring puzzle that has spawned countless conspiracy theories?

This is a biography of Amelia Earhart.

A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins.

Written by Jo Furniss. With thanks to Susan Butler, author of East to the Dawn: the Life of Amelia Earhart.

This episode was originally featured on Short History Of...

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