Earhart Airfield
From this isolated strip of land in Newfoundland, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.

πŸ“œ Historic airfield in Harbour Grace, Newfoundland, built 1927, hosted 20 transatlantic flight attempts. ✈️ Amelia Earhart departed here in 1932 for her solo Atlantic flight. # Why Go ✨ Explore a site of immense aviation history. πŸ‘©β€βœˆοΈ Learn about Amelia Earhart's historic solo flight. πŸ›οΈ Visit monuments and plaques dedicated to early aviators. # Why Avoid ⚠️ Airfield is neglected and overgrown (as of 2012). 🚧 Access roads are dirt, barely maintained, and difficult to navigate. 🐐 Watch for goats and horses on the strip. πŸ›‘ Beware of low-hanging steel cables marking boundaries. # Tips πŸ—ΊοΈ Use Lady Lake Road for easier access. πŸ›οΈ Visit Harbour Grace Museum for more history. # Cost πŸ’° Free admission. # Hours πŸ•’ Open daily, year-round.

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