LT Kara Hultgreen USN - Tullahoma, TN
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A F-14D Tomcat airplane dedicated in memory of Lt.Kara Hultgreen outside the main gate of Arnold Air Force Base in Tullahoma, TN.
Waymark Code: WM13MQD
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 01/09/2021
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LT Kara Hultgreen USN
(10/05/65 - 10/25/94)
Naval Aviation Pioneer
This F-14D Tomcat is dedicated in memory of LT Kara Hultgreen United States Navy. On 25 October, 1994 the Black Lions of Fighter Squadron 213 were conducting training operations in preparation for deployment to the Persian Gulf aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). The Tomcat she piloted that day experienced engine failure on final approach and crashed in the Pacific. Her crewman survived. LT Hultgreen's determination and perseverance helped her become the Navy's first woman Carrier based combat fighter pilot. She is buried in Arlington National Cemetery. A true example of courage, bravery and loyalty. Her sacrifice shall never be forgotten.
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams."
-- Elanor Roosevelt
Dedication was March 30, 2007.
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Open daylight hours. This is located outside the main gate. There is a parking space nearby.
Entrance fees (if it applies): 0.00
Type of memorial: Other
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