💰Jean Batten Net worth: $8 Million
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.