Birthdate: March 5, 1931
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Norman, USA
Died: March 18, 2019
Geraldyn M. Cobb, also known as Jerrie Cobb, was a highly accomplished American pilot and aviator. She set three impressive aviation records in her 20s: the 1959 world record for non-stop long-distance flight, the world light-plane speed record in the same year, and the 1960 world altitude record for lightweight aircraft. Cobb was also a member of the Mercury 13, a group of women who underwent testing alongside the original Mercury Seven astronauts. Her remarkable achievements were recognized by Life Magazine, highlighting her significant contributions to the field of aviation.
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