National WASP WWII Museum

06/23/2026

✈️Airshow announcement!! We’re bringing our AT-6 Texan to Texarkana Airshow ! Come find us, say hi, and hear about the incredible WASP!!
Who will we see there? 👇

06/20/2026

Happy 105th Birthday to WASP Nell Bright! 🎉

Today, we celebrate an incredible milestone as Nell Bright turns 105 years old.🎂

Her courage, determination, and pioneering spirit continue to inspire generations today.

Please join us in wishing Nell a very happy 105th birthday and thanking her for her service and enduring legacy.

Happy Birthday, Nell! ❤️

06/18/2026

✈Please join us in congratulating Andrea McGilvray on becoming a certified pilot of the Museum's Vultee BT-13 Valiant!

The BT-13 played an important role in the training of military aviators during World War II, including the WASP. By earning her certification in this historic aircraft, Andrea helps ensure that the stories, skills, and legacy of these remarkable women continue to take flight for future generations.

We are proud to have dedicated pilots like Andrea helping us preserve and share aviation history through living aircraft experiences.

06/16/2026

Our next inductee into the Kansas Aviation Hall of Fame is National WASP WWII Museum pilot, Nadine Ramsey. Nadine was a pioneer in military women, serving in World War II as a First Lieutenant for the Civil Air Patrol. She was one of only approximately 50 women to provide wartime service training during the war. Nadine also become one of a select group to ferry both military and fighter aircraft during the war.

Nadine grew up in El Dorado before moving to Wichita. It was here that she developed a love for flying. She would become one of the first Kansas women to earn her Commercial pilot’s license, and one of the first world to fly for the U.S. Air Mail Service in Kansas. Her remarkable career was almost cut short after a crash that left her severely injured. She would persevere and serve our country honorably during

We are excited to welcome Nadine into the Our ceremony will be held on November 10th.

06/13/2026

Today we commemorate the birthday of Patricia “Pat” Chadwick Erickson (43-W-2), who passed away in 2013.

Patricia consistently stood out among the crowd and was known for flying a B-25 bomber during her time as a WASP, despite her male crew member’s initial doubt.

Born in 1920, Patricia grew up in Houlton, Maine, but eventually relocated to Texas for her time served as a part of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) during World War II. Patricia’s journey began when she was invited via telegram to speak with Jacqueline Cochran, the director of the WASP program itself and one of the best aviators of her time. Cochran saw her spark and determination immediately and asked her to join the WASP program.

In 1943, Patricia was part of the second class to learn how to fly a military aircraft and serve as a part of the WASP during World War II. All the children in her family worked alongside her as volunteers, including her two brothers and sister. She trained at the Houston Municipal Airport and immediately felt comfortable in the air.

Her love for flying and being in the sky always remained the same. She described feeling “ready to go, to do anything after that” following her early flights. The men on her team consistently doubted the women’s ability to fly a military aircraft safely, describing how “a lot of men didn’t trust us.” Patricia and the other WASP consistently proved them wrong. Today, we honor her achievements and time spent flying.

Story credit: Orange Observer

Help us honor the bravery of early female aviators, who paved the way for today's pilots!

Be a part of preserving this important and often forgotten history of our early female aviators by donating: bit.ly/WASPLegacyCampaign

Every little bit helps and thank you for your support!

Follow to support and stay up to date on the first feature-length documentary about our long-forgotten WWII female aviators, Coming Home: Fight For A Legacy.

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06/12/2026

The VLB is proud to recognize and honor all of America's women Veterans. 🇺🇸

To all of the strong women who fought to defend our freedom and keep our nation safe, we thank you all for your service.

06/12/2026

06/05/2026

We are very excited to be a part of this event and partner with CAF RISE ABOVE WASP! Come down to the park on July 4th and celebrate 250 years of freedom.
Later head down to the Museum for FREE admission all day to walk where these brave women flew.

Thank you National WASP WWII Museum for your sponsorship to Sparks in the Park 2026!