Pancho: The biography of Florence Lowe Barnes

By Barbara H. Schultz

Book Overview

Pancho Barnes was one of aviation's most colorful members. In the 1920s, she barnstormed her way through the skies to become one of the best, capturing the women's speed record in 1930. The test pilots of Edwards AFB designated Pancho's Happy Bottom Riding Club their unofficial debriefing room in the 1950s. Pancho was spontaneous, adventurous, and dedicated to both flying and friends. This well-written biography details the life of a remarkable woman.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0965218104
• ISBN13: 9780965218108
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Little Buttes Pub
• Length: 243 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Excellent story of an Aviation Pioneer

This is an excellent story of one of the pioneer women pilots. An often overlooked personality, "Pancho" Barnes helped open doors for today's women. From privilege to poverty, Pancho experienced it all. A truly unique character and her well written story.

Best research book ever

This is the most well researched book I have ever read. Very well written and easy to understand, it is a must read.