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Celebrating Beatrix de Rijk, the Trailblazing Aviator Who Became the First Licensed Dutch Female Pilot 115 Years Ago
Photo: Ries Bosch / Unsplash
On this day in history, Beatrix de Rijk made aviation history by earning her pilot's license, becoming the first Dutch woman to do so. Born in Indonesia, she was a true pioneer of her time who broke barriers both on the road and in the skies.
On this day in history, Beatrix de Rijk made aviation history by earning her pilot’s license, becoming the first Dutch woman to do so. Born in Indonesia, she was a true pioneer of her time who broke barriers both on the road and in the skies.