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Beverly Beesemyer

Beverly Beesemyer

“We were given the opportunity to fly wonderful aircraft that women hadn’t flown. We were the experimental thing.” – Beverly Beesemyer (1918 – 2019) When World War II broke out Beesemyer sought a way to join the war effort. It was in 1943, when she learned about a little-known opportunity […]

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Margaret Kerry Boylan

Margaret Kerry Boylan

They say Margaret Kerry Boylan, WASP Class 43-W-2, drove fast, played vigorously, loved life, and charmed – literally – everyone she met. Born in Ada, Oklahoma, Margaret grew up riding horses and became a riding instructor at a girl’s summer camp in New Mexico. After attending college for a year, […]

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“Nella” starts her Engine

It’s a great day after many long months of overhaul, but “Nella” is starting her engine again. if all goes well, you may see her doing a Flyover as part of the CAF Tribute Event on July 4th. “Nella” starts her Engine