Amelia Earhart becomes first pilot to fly solo across any part of the Pacific 80 years ago this hour (Jan 12 1935)

1930s


Video: 'Earhart Hops Foggy Pacific In 18 Hours (1935)'

(Saturday, January 12, 1935, 1:31 p.m. PST) — Aviator Amelia Earhart completed an 18-hour trip from Honolulu to Oakland, California, today, making her the first person to fly solo across any part of the Pacific Ocean.