Raymonde de Laroche

Raymonde de Laroche, born on August 22, 1882, was a pioneering French aircraft pilot who made history by becoming the world's first licensed female pilot on March 8, 1910. Her remarkable achievement marked a significant milestone in aviation, as she is widely regarded as the first woman to take the controls of an aircraft.

De Laroche received the thirty-sixth aeroplane pilot's licence issued by the Aeroclub de France, the first organization globally to grant pilot licences. At that time, such licences were primarily required for pilots engaged in commercial aviation, highlighting the groundbreaking nature of her accomplishment.

Her journey into aviation not only paved the way for future generations of female pilots but also challenged societal norms regarding women's roles in the early twentieth century. Raymonde de Laroche's legacy continues to inspire aspiring aviators around the world.