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Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp

1907 – 1946

South African artist and pilot (first woman to fly a jetplane)

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About Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp

Lived 1907 – 1946 (aged 38–39). Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp was a South African aircraft pilot and artist.

Aviation Everard first learned to fly in the 1930s, becoming competent to make regular tours of Europe in her own aircraft.

Everard-Steenkamp joined the Air Transport Auxiliary in 1944 and went on complete 3,500 flying hours in the UK. She was one of the first women to fly a jet airplane, the Gloster Meteor. She is buried in All Saints' Cemetery, Maidenhead, Berkshire.

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Important facts

Born
1907, Carolina
Birth century
20th century
Died
19 March 1946, Button Oak
Occupation
Aircraft pilot, artist
Nationality
South Africa
Also known as
Rosamund King Everard, Rosamund King Everard-Steenkamp

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp?

South African artist and pilot (first woman to fly a jetplane)

When was Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp born?

Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp was born in 1907 in Carolina.

When did Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp die?

Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp died on 19 March 1946 in Button Oak.

What was Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp's occupation?

Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp was an aircraft pilot and artist.

What nationality was Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp?

Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp was South African.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp

· Wikidata: Q105078643

· DBpedia: Rosamund Everard-Steenkamp

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