Jean Landis

Jean Landis (September 28, 1918 – December 13, 2022) was an American aviator.[1][2][3][4][5][6]

Landis was born in El Cajon, California, on September 28, 1918. She received her bachelor's degree in physical education from San Diego State University in 1940 and her master's degree from Wellesley College. Landis was involved with the Civilian Pilot Training Program. When World War II started, Landis was chosen for the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). In 2009, Landis and the other WASP pilots received the Congressional Gold Medal and were classified as veterans. Landis taught physical education at San Diego State University from 1968 until her retirement in 1979. Landis died in Santee, California, on December 13, 2022, at the age of 104.[7][8][9]

References

  1. ^ Dukes, Lucy (2005-08-18). "Jean Landis: Flying High". Bonners Ferry Herald. p. 5. Retrieved 2026-01-11 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. ^ "Jean Landis | SDSU". San Diego State University. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  3. ^ "New Horizons - Jean Landis (12/13/2022) (The Ninety-Nines, Inc.)". Ninety-Nines. Archived from the original on 2025-02-25. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  4. ^ "1930's Hall Of Honor - Grossmont High School Museum". Foothiller Museum. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  5. ^ Bonsant, Emily (2023-06-01). "Jean Landis soared on 'Silver Wings'". Bonners Ferry Herald. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  6. ^ "Plaque Search". Mt Soledad Memorial. Retrieved 2026-01-11.
  7. ^ Jean Landis (1918-2022)
  8. ^ Jean Landis-Emeritus, In Memoriam-San Diego State University
  9. ^ "Passing of Emeritus Faculty Member Jean Landis | SDSU". San Diego State University. 2022-12-19. Retrieved 2026-01-11.


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