Amelia Earhart Quotes

Amelia Earhart was an American aviator and pioneering female pilot. She set numerous aviation records and was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. Earhart's achievements as a pilot and her impact on women's rights have made her an inspirational figure in aviation history.

Women, like men, should try to do the impossible. And when they fail, their failure should be a challenge to others.

There are two kinds of stones, as everyone knows, ... -Amelia Earhart

There are two kinds of stones, as everyone knows, one of which rolls.

Among all the marvels of modern invention, that with which I am most concerned is, of course, air transportation. Flying is perhaps the most dramatic of recent scientific attainment. In the brief span of thirty-odd years, the world has seen an inventor's dream first materialized by the Wright brothers at Kitty Hawk become an everyday actuality.

Aviation offered such fun as crossing the continent in planes large and small, trying the whirling rotors of an autogiro, making record flights. With these activities came opportunity to know women everywhere who shared my conviction that there is so much women can do in the modern world and should be permitted to do irrespective of their sex.

Mostly, my flying has been solo, but the preparation for it wasn't. Without my husband's help and encouragement, I could not have attempted what I have. Ours has been a contented and reasonable partnership, he with his solo jobs and I with mine. But always with work and play together, conducted under a satisfactory system of dual control.

Aviation, this young modern giant, exemplifies the possible relationship of women and the creations of science. Although women have not taken full advantage of its use and benefits, air travel is as available to them as to men.

There is so much that must be done in a civilized ... -Amelia Earhart

There is so much that must be done in a civilized barbarism like war.

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This quote reflects a paradoxical view of war as both a destructive and chaotic activity (barbarism) and a space where organized efforts and actions are necessary (civilized). It implies a recognition of the complexities and demands of war.

The most effective way to do it, is to do it.

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This quote emphasizes the importance of taking action to accomplish tasks or goals. It suggests that the best way to achieve something is by simply starting and actively engaging in the necessary actions.

I have often said that the lure of flying is the l... -Amelia Earhart

I have often said that the lure of flying is the lure of beauty.

The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity. The fears are paper tigers. You can do anything you decide to do. You can act to change and control your life; and the procedure, the process is its own reward.

Never interrupt someone doing what you said couldn... -Amelia Earhart

Never interrupt someone doing what you said couldn't be done.

Never do things others can do and will do if there... -Amelia Earhart

Never do things others can do and will do if there are things others cannot do or will not do.

In soloing - as in other activities - it is far ea... -Amelia Earhart

In soloing - as in other activities - it is far easier to start something than it is to finish it.

Obviously I faced the possibility of not returning when first I considered going. Once faced and settled there really wasn't any good reason to refer to it.

I have often been asked what I think about at the moment of take-off. Of course, no pilot sits and feels his pulse as he flies. He has to be part of the machine. If he thinks of anything but the task in hand, then trouble is probably just around the corner.

Better do a good deed near at home than go far awa... -Amelia Earhart

Better do a good deed near at home than go far away to burn incense.

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This quote suggests that it is more valuable or meaningful to perform acts of kindness or generosity within one's immediate community or vicinity, rather than seeking recognition or indulging in elaborate gestures in distant locations. It underscores the importance of making a positive impact close to home.

Adventure is worthwhile in itself.

The woman who can create her own job is the woman ... -Amelia Earhart

The woman who can create her own job is the woman who will win fame and fortune.

Flying might not be all plain sailing, but the fun... -Amelia Earhart

Flying might not be all plain sailing, but the fun of it is worth the price.

Courage is the price that life exacts for granting... -Amelia Earhart

Courage is the price that life exacts for granting peace.

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The quote suggests that courage is required to attain peace. It conveys the idea that confronting challenges, overcoming obstacles, and taking bold actions are necessary to achieve and maintain peace. It highlights the notion that peace is not easily obtained and may require sacrifices and bravery.

The more one does and sees and feels, the more one is able to do, and the more genuine may be one's appreciation of fundamental things like home, and love, and understanding companionship.

Women must pay for everything. They do get more glory than men for comparable feats, but, they also get more notoriety when they crash.

Amelia Earhart Quotes

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