18 mph. In the next five years she would set seven more altitude and speed records. In 1932 Earhart became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. Her solo Atlantic flight became Earhart's most famous trip. The same year she also wrote her second book, For the Fun of It. In 1937 Amelia took her last flight trying to achieve another one of her goals. Unfortunately, she did not make it home. Through her outstanding achievements, Amelia Earhart became known as the most remarkable woman in aviation[ CITATION PBS13 l 1033 ].
Amelia Earhart's achievements affected her personal life in many ways during the 1920's and 1930's. In addition to the large amount of publicity Earhart received, one of the first major impacts of her achievements led to becoming an officer in the National Aeronautic Association[ CITATION ibn12 l 1033 ]. "Cosmopolitan magazine hired her as an associate editor to write at least eight articles a year," [ CITATION Bre07 l 1033 ]. This could be considered an achievement, but the reason for Cosmopolitan hiring her is unknown. Whether they actually wanted her for her skills or if they wanted her to have her name on their magazine is unclear. The same year, 1929, Earhart was elected the president of Ninety- Nines Inc. Her achievements also led to her winning many awards as well. Beginning in 1932 Earhart won the Harmon Trophy for America's Outstanding Airwoman for three consecutive years. Specifically due to her transatlantic flight, Earhart was awarded the "Cross of Knight of the Legion of Honor" by the French government. From President Hoover she received the Gold Medal of the National Geographic Society. This was the first time a woman had been awarded this medal. Earhart was even invited to different events by prestigious leaders. Earhart became good friends with Eleanor Roosevelt after being invited to the Roosevelt's home (Amelia Earhart).
