Aviator
Amelia Earhart
Amelia Earhart was born on July 24, 1897 in Atchison, Kansas. She won the United States Distinguished Flying Cross the year she turned 35, and published her first book the year she turned 36.
Amelia Earhart was born in 1897 and lived to age 39. Anyone born before 1897 is older than Amelia. Anyone over 39 is older than Amelia ever was.
Amelia Earhart was born on July 24, 1897 in Atchison, Kansas and died on July 2, 1937 at the age of 39. Amelia would be 129 years old today.
Amelia Earhart would be 129 years old in 2026 and would have turned 129 on July 24, 2026. Amelia Earhart's age in every year ↓
Born
July 24, 1897
Died
July 2, 1937
World pop. at birth
~1.6B
Amelia's age at death
39
Your age
20
Are you older than Amelia Earhart?
No — Amelia Earhart was born in 1897. You were born in 2006, making you 109 years younger. Amelia lived to age 39. You are currently 20, so you are not yet older than Amelia was when she died.
At your age (20), Amelia hadn't yet reached her first major milestone: she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic the year she turned 29. That's 9 years from now for you.
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Amelia's Life Timeline
Amelia Earhart was born on July 24, 1897, in Atchison, Kansas. She grew up in a time when aviation was in its infancy, and her adventurous spirit was evident from a young age. Earhart defied traditional gender roles and pursued her passion for flying, becoming a pioneer for women in aviation.
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Earhart's career was marked by numerous groundbreaking achievements. She became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean in 1932 at the age of 34, which earned her widespread acclaim and the United States Distinguished Flying Cross. In 1935, she became the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to the U.S. mainland, further solidifying her status as a leading aviator. Throughout her career, she worked tirelessly to promote women's involvement in aviation and was a founding member of The Ninety-Nines, an organization for female pilots.
Amelia Earhart's legacy endures long after her mysterious disappearance on July 2, 1937, during an attempt to circumnavigate the globe. Her adventurous spirit and determination continue to inspire generations of women and men alike. Despite the uncertainty surrounding her fate, Earhart remains an iconic figure in aviation history, symbolizing courage and the pursuit of dreams against all odds.
Became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic
Amelia Earhart was 29 years old when she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. This historic flight on May 20-21, 1932, made her an international hero and showcased the capabilities of women in aviation.
Amelia Earhart turned 29 in 1926, the year she became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. Are you older than Amelia was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won the United States Distinguished Flying Cross
Amelia Earhart was 35 years old when she was awarded the United States Distinguished Flying Cross for her solo transatlantic flight. This honor recognized her bravery and skill, making her the first woman to receive this prestigious award.
Amelia Earhart turned 35 in 1932, the year she won the United States Distinguished Flying Cross. Are you older than Amelia was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Published her first book
Amelia Earhart was 36 years old when she published her first book, '20 Hours, 40 Minutes,' detailing her transatlantic flight. This work contributed to her fame and inspired many to pursue aviation.
Amelia Earhart turned 36 in 1933, the year she published her first book. Are you older than Amelia was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Founded The Ninety-Nines
Amelia Earhart was 37 years old when she co-founded The Ninety-Nines, an organization for female pilots. This group aimed to promote women in aviation and provide support and networking opportunities.
Amelia Earhart turned 37 in 1934, the year she founded The Ninety-Nines. Are you older than Amelia was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Became the first woman to fly solo from Hawaii to the U.S. mainland
Amelia Earhart was 39 years old when she became the first woman to fly solo from Hawaii to the U.S. mainland on January 11, 1935. This flight was another significant achievement in her career, demonstrating her exceptional flying skills.
Amelia Earhart turned 39 in 1936, the year she became the first woman to fly solo from Hawaii to the U.S. mainland. Are you older than Amelia was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Disappeared during an around-the-world flight
Amelia Earhart was 39 years old when she mysteriously disappeared over the Pacific Ocean on July 2, 1937, during her attempt to circumnavigate the globe. Her disappearance captivated the world and remains one of aviation's greatest mysteries.
Amelia Earhart was 39 in 1937, the year she disappeared during an around-the-world flight. Are you older than Amelia was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by year
How old was Amelia Earhart in each year?
- 2026
- Amelia Earhart would be 129 years old in 2026 and would have turned 129 on July 24, 2026.
- 1932
- Amelia Earhart was 34 at the start of 1932 and turned 35 on July 24, 1932. That year, she won the United States Distinguished Flying Cross.
- 1933
- Amelia Earhart was 35 at the start of 1933 and turned 36 on July 24, 1933. That year, she published her first book.
- 1934
- Amelia Earhart was 36 at the start of 1934 and turned 37 on July 24, 1934. That year, she founded The Ninety-Nines.
Amelia Earhart's age in every year
Ages change on July 24: the first number is before that birthday, the second after it.
- 18970 years old
- 18980 → 1 years old
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- 19002 → 3 years old
- 19013 → 4 years old
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- 19035 → 6 years old
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- 19057 → 8 years old
- 19068 → 9 years old
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- 190810 → 11 years old
- 190911 → 12 years old
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- 191113 → 14 years old
- 191214 → 15 years old
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- 191517 → 18 years old
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- 191921 → 22 years old
- 192022 → 23 years old
- 192123 → 24 years old
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- 192325 → 26 years old
- 192426 → 27 years old
- 192527 → 28 years old
- 192628 → 29 years old
- 192729 → 30 years old
- 192830 → 31 years old
- 192931 → 32 years old
- 193032 → 33 years old
- 193133 → 34 years old
- 193234 → 35 years old
- 193335 → 36 years old
- 193436 → 37 years old
- 193537 → 38 years old
- 193638 → 39 years old
- 193739 years old
