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Hi,
Lynn Rippelmeyer was the first woman to become a B747 captain in 1984. She worked for People Express.
Do you know what she became ? Is she still a pilot ?
Thanks
High Volt
2nd Aug 2001, 01:57
Didn't she become pregnant by her co-pilot and leave to give more time to her family? I think this is the same woman; if I'm mistaken please forgive me. Good luck with your search!
Girl Power!!!!!
Carnage Matey!
2nd Aug 2001, 02:00
Why not do an internet search under 'first reversing accident in a B747'. That'll probably tell you what became of her! ;) ;) ;)
High Volt
2nd Aug 2001, 02:06
More power girl - now you're on profile - keep it coming down. Well done, I've got it now.
[ 01 August 2001: Message edited by: High Volt ]
Just heard the other day that we've upgraded our first lady to Captain on the 744F (CLX). Well done!
Here's what Lynn is up to :
http://www.performasolutionsinc.com/performa/page/lynnrip.htm
HEATHROW DIRECTOR
4th Aug 2001, 18:36
Couple or three years ago I flew from LA to Heathrow in a Virgin 747 which had two ladies up front. Can't remember the Captain's name, sorry ma'am. Damn good trip though.
dingducky
6th Aug 2001, 02:40
didn't another woman from the same company captain a 747 across the states at the same time that lynn flew across the atlantic? :confused:
dingducky
22nd Aug 2001, 06:33
hmmm well i had to find it myself
and i don't like to do effort :p :D
The First Female B747 Captains in the U.S. and World were Lynn Rippelmeyer and Bev Burns who asked to fly their first trips on the same day so they could share the honor (18Jul84) Lynn flew TransAtlantic, Newark-Gatwick and Bev flew TransContinental, Newark-Los Angeles.