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New Expedition and Old Theories Keep Amelia Earhart’s Legend Alive

One thing cannot be denied about the famous aviator: She sure had guts.

In this photo taken in 1935, Amelia Earhart stands in front of a Boeing P-12 at March Field in California. [Credit: National Archives]
In this photo taken in 1935, Amelia Earhart stands in front of a Boeing P-12 at March Field in California. [Credit: National Archives]
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Key Takeaways:

A recent Sunday edition of the Cincinnati Enquirer featured a full-page photo of Amelia Earhart and the headline: “What Happened to Amelia Earhart? New Expedition May Finally Find Out.”

Another expedition? C’mon. You gotta be kidding!

Martha Lunken

Martha Lunken is a lifelong pilot, former FAA inspector and defrocked pilot examiner. She flies a Cessna 180 and anything with a tailwheel, from Cubs to DC-3s.

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