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Because it had recently been done by a man, Wiley Post, and other female flyers were planning it. Amelia wanted to beat them.

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Q: Why was the 1937 round the world flight so important to Earhart?
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Did Amelia Earhart succeed for her dream?

No, she disappeared when nearly at the end of her round the world flight.


What age did Amelia Earhart start flying around the world?

She was 39 when she started her round the world flight.


What year did Amelia Earhart disappear?

Amelia Earhart disappeared in 1937 during her attempt to circumnavigate the globe.


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No, she didn't get lost. She had the trip planned out, but something did happen on the last flight.


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Amelia Earhart got lost on her 1937 flight. She was said to be lost "at sea." Amelia Earhart was never found since. -VA


When Amelia Earhart attempted her world flight?

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Who is Amelia Earhart that US government search for?

Amelia Earhart was a world famous aviatrix of the 1920's and 30's. She created many flying records and long solo flights, and finally went missing in the Pacific Ocean in 1937 during an attempted round the world flight.


Did Amelia Earhart disappear during world war 2?

Yes, Amelia Earhart disappeared while on a round-the-world flight. No---it was just prior to WW2. The Japanese were trying to expand and take outer territory but they did not want any publicity. Some say the Japanese had something to do with her disappearance.