Pilot’s license, two pages, 4.75 x 4 opened, 1930. A Federation Aeronatique Internationale United States Annual Sporting License, #77, issued to Miss Jean LaRene of Kansas City, Missouri, signed in black ink under the pilot’s personal information “Orville Wright,” as Chairman of the National Aeronautic Association Contest Committee. License also includes a small snapshot of LaRene and official information, as well as LaRene’s signature. An embossed seal lightly affecting Wright’s signature, and scattered light toning and soiling, a bit heavier to the portrait page from adhesive, otherwise fine condition.
As the first national aviation group in America, the N. A. A. brought together pioneers of the industry. Serving as Chairman of the Contest Committee, Orville Wright signed this Sporting License issued to Jean LaRene in 1930. A charter member of The Ninety-Nines, an organization of licensed women pilots led by their president, Amelia Earhart, LaRene was the seventh woman to receive a transport pilot certificate. She made a name for herself in races and endurance events, and went on to open the Lou Foote Flying Service (a transportation company and flying school) with her husband and fellow aviator Lou Foote. An excellent souvenir from the golden age of flight. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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