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Wally Funk: Pioneer Who Reached Space | California News
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Wally Funk, the pioneering aviator and oldest woman in space, has died at 87, leaving behind a legacy of courage and relentless pursuit of the skies. Once part of the Mercury 13—female pilots denied NASA access in the 60s—she finally soared into orbit at 82 aboard Blue Origin, proving age is no barrier. A trailblazer as FAA’s first female inspector and NTSB’s first female investigator, Funk’s life was a beacon of determination, inspiring generations to chase their dreams, no matter the odds.
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