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Hilda Hewlett
Hilda Beatrice Hewlett (1864 -1943), early aviator and aviation entrepreneur. She was the first British woman to earn a pilots licence. She founded and ran two related businesses: the first flying school in the United Kingdom, and a successful aircraft manufacturing business which produced more than 800 aeroplanes and employed up to 700 people Date: 1911
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This photograph captures the spirit of Hilda Hewlett, a trailblazing figure in the early days of aviation. Born in 1864, Hilda Beatrice Hewlett defied societal norms and became the first British woman to earn a pilot's license, shattering glass ceilings long before they were commonly acknowledged. Her passion for flight led her to establish two groundbreaking businesses in the United Kingdom. The first was the country's first flying school, which provided instruction to aspiring pilots in the art of aviation. This school played a pivotal role in fostering a new generation of aviators, contributing significantly to the growth of the burgeoning industry. But Hilda's ambitions did not stop there. She also founded a successful aircraft manufacturing business, which produced over 800 aeroplanes and employed up to 700 people during its peak. Her company's planes were renowned for their quality and innovation, making a significant impact on the aviation landscape of the early 1900s. This photograph, taken in 1911, captures Hilda in her element, exuding confidence and determination. Her pioneering spirit and entrepreneurial prowess paved the way for women in aviation and left an indelible mark on the history of flight. This image serves as a testament to her unwavering commitment to her passions and her groundbreaking achievements in the male-dominated world of aviation.
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