Helicopter Flying New Career For Mrs. Foy
Photograph article partially reads:
"'Women are going to go for helicopter flying in a big way,' says Mrs. Lauretta Foy of Van Nuys. Mrs. Foy, a petite grandmother of three, is the 45th woman in the world to earn a helicopter pilot's license. She obtained her pilot's license in June and her instructor's license in July. She was recently elected to membership in the Whirlygirls, an international organization for women helicopter pilots...As a member of the 99's, she won the Powder Puff Derby in 1949 and was named Woman of the Year in Aviation by the Women's International Aeronautic Association. 'I've always loved flying and my career keeps turning back to it,' she said, 'and has for 20 years. But, I don't think I have found any phase of it that has intrigued me so much as helicopters.'"
Photographer: George Brich, Valley Times Photo Collection/Los Angeles Public Library
Photograph dated August 21, 1962
Evangel
This is an interesting shot. The angle from above captured the entire helicopter, but it makes me wonder what you were perched on. I also enjoyed reading the informative article summary. Thanks for posting another piece of history!
Photography
Many thanks for your comment on my photo, I don’t remember what I was standing on for the photo.
I started flying myself when I was 16 years old, and flew jet aircraft in the United States Air Force later in life.
George Brich
Evangel
That's amazing! You are an anomaly, to say the least. So many facets to you and your life...and we learn so much about our society's past through your wonderful photography. Thank you, George!
Slipstream
I agree with Evangel, the angle is perfect to see the craft and its pilot. And Mrs. Foy's story is very cool. She was one of the women pilot pioneers. Thanks for the post!