US Air Force Maj Gen Jeannie Leavitt: First Female US Fighter Pilot

In 1992, Jeannie Leavitt, a Lt. at the time, was training to be an instructor pilot, but her goal was to fly combat missions in a fighter, something that wasn’t allowed in the military at that time. The following year, restrictions on women flying combat missions were lifted and she made history as the first female US fighter pilot. With over 3,000 hours as a command pilot in an F15E Strike Eagle, including over 300 combat hours in Iraq and Afghanistan, Leavitt has shown exceptional skill and leadership.
Her groundbreaking achievements continue as she became the first woman to command a US Air Force combat fighter wing and was promoted to major general in 2019. Her trailblazing career exemplifies dedication, courage, and determination in breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of women in the military.

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