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The Hangar May 22, 2026

Jackie Cochran and the orphan from Sawdust Road who outflew every man in the sky

Jackie Cochran rose from poverty to hold more aviation records than any pilot in history, male or female.

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The Hangar Apr 15, 2026

Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War Two

The Women Airforce Service Pilots flew 77 military aircraft types in WWII, yet waited 33 years for veterans' status.

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