Sabiha Gökçen
Sabiha Gökçen was a pioneering Turkish aviator and the first female fighter pilot in the world, known for her contributions to aviation and her role in the early years of the Turkish Republic. Born in 1913, she was adopted by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey, and went on to break numerous records in aviation, including being one of the first women to participate in aerial combat. Her legacy continues to inspire generations of women in aviation and is honored through Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, named in her honor. She was recently mentioned in the news due to flight cancellations at the airport named after her, caused by adverse weather conditions.
Born on Jan 22, 1913 (112 years old)
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Turkey:
Sabiha Gökçen is mentioned as the airport's control tower operator who communicated with the pilot about a bird strike during landing.
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Turkey:
Sabiha Gökçen is mentioned in relation to the airport named after her where a fox alarm occurred.
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Sabiha Gökçen is recognized as an inspirational role model in aviation for Eda Kıranşal.
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Sabiha Gökçen is noted as one of the prominent figures in Turkey's aviation history.
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Sabiha Gökçen is mentioned in relation to flight cancellations at the airport named after her due to adverse weather conditions.
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