A recent expedition to Nikumaroro Island has uncovered compelling evidence supporting the theory that Amelia Earhart's Lockheed Electra aircraft crashed there in 1937. Satellite imagery from 2020 and aerial photographs from 1938 reveal a submerged object resembling an aircraft fuselage, dubbed the "Taraia Object." This discovery reignites interest in the long-standing mystery of Earhart's disappearance during her attempt to circumnavigate the globe.
Amelia Earhart, her co-pilot Fred Noonan, and their plane disappeared 88 years ago while attempting to circumnavigate the Earth by plane. Their disappearance has captivated historians, scientists, conspiracy theorists, and everyday people alike.
Yet beyond the mystery, Earhart’s life and accomplishments remain a lasting source of inspiration. Click through the following gallery for a tribute to one of America’s most iconic heroines.