About Ruthy Tu
Ruthy Tu was a Chinese aircraft pilot.
Ruthy Tu (?-1969, also known as Tu Guan-chiao or Rosie Du) was a British-trained Chinese aviator who was one of the most prominent Chinese fliers in the 1930s. In 1932, she became the first Chinese woman to earn a pilot's license and the first woman to join the Chinese Army as a pilot.
Tu later moved to Taiwan and became the first woman in that country to join the Baháʼà Faith in 1952, along with two men. She was active in the Baháʼà Assembly in Taiwan until her death in 1969.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ruthy Tu?
Chinese military pilot
When was Ruthy Tu born?
Ruthy Tu was born in People's Republic of China.
When did Ruthy Tu die?
Ruthy Tu died in 1969 in Taiwan.
What was Ruthy Tu's occupation?
Ruthy Tu was an aircraft pilot.
What nationality was Ruthy Tu?
Ruthy Tu was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ruthy Tu. https://biography.guide/ruthy-tu/
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