116:, formed the Women's Military Association (WMPA). The WMPA’s mission was originally to organize for women military pilots to come together for the community. In July 1980, the WMPA held an election for President, Vice President, Treasurer, and board members. Sara was elected President and held the position until 1983. During her presidency, the WMPA expanded to incorporate the newer generation of women military aviators. By 1982 the WMPA members would meet in Boston to welcome the newer members to the association. The Association would change its name to Women Military Aviators, Inc. (WMA) to include all women who flew in the military, even the aircrew.
50:, she graduated from King’s Business College in Charlotte, North Carolina, at 15 years of age. Working as a Secretary when the United States entered WWII, she volunteered her time to the “…Civil Defense Program in the “plotting room” and learned aircraft identification.” After watching a newsreel showcasing women flying airplanes to support the war effort, her goal was to fly. Payne worked to get her pilot license, gaining the thirty-five hours required to apply to the
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