Jean Batten Net Worth

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Jean Batten was a pioneering aviatrix from New Zealand, born on September 15, 1909. She achieved fame in the 1930s for breaking multiple flying records, including becoming the first person to fly solo from England to New Zealand. She was also the first woman to fly solo from Australia to England, and the first person to fly solo from England to South America. Her achievements earned her the title of "The Garbo of the Skies" and she remains an iconic figure in New Zealand aviation history.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day	September 15, 1909
Birth Place	New Zealand
Age	111 YEARS OLD
Died On	Nov 22, 1982 (age 73)
Birth Sign	Virgo

💰 Net worth: $8 Million (2024)

About

Popular New Zealand aviatrix who broke multiple flying records during the 1930s.

Before Fame

She began planning for her record-breaking England-to-Australia FLIGHT while she was still studying for her pilot's license.

Trivia

She became the first woman to fly solo across the South Atlantic Ocean.

Family Life

Her mother encouraged her dream of flying and signed her up for lessons with an Australian pilot.

Associated With

She and Opal Kunz inspired Future generations of female pilots.

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