The aim of this thesis is to present women in aviation in the period from 1918 to 1945. Already during the First World War, women were present, but their role was small, limited and almost invisible. A brief description is given of the 'famous individuals' of aviation during the First World War. Aviation development progressed after the First World War and with it the role of women in aviation. Between the two world wars, women served as cabin crew on commercial flights, while their role in military aviation was also increasing. During the Second World War, women's aircrew organisations were established and became actively involved in military operations. Their role is illustrated by the examples of the USA, Germany and Russia. In the USA, the WASP (Women Airport Service Pilots) was established, in Germany they were part of the Luftwaffe and in the Soviet Union, the so-called 'night witches' were part of the 46th Night Bomber Regiment of the Taman Guard. The types of aircraft and aircraft equipment will also be described.
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