Her Legacy
Ellen’s accomplishments have been recognized by aviation organizations, museums, historians, and national leaders. These articles and tributes help tell the broader story of her influence on Alaska and American aviation.
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
Three Women in Aviation You May Not Have Heard Of
A Smithsonian profile recognizing Ellen’s place in the history of women in aviation.
United States Congressional Record
Honoring the Life of Ellen Paneok
A formal tribute delivered by Senator Lisa Murkowski and entered into the Congressional Record following Ellen’s passing.
Famed Alaska Bush Pilot Ellen Paneok Dies
AOPA’s tribute to Ellen, including highlights from her aviation career and a list of the articles she contributed to AOPA Pilot.
Alaska’s First Native Female Bush Pilot
Los Angeles Times: nationally published tribute recognizing Ellen as an aviation pioneer and barrier-breaker.
Daring Dames: Ellen Paneok, Artist and Pilot
Pioneer Air Museum, profile celebrating Ellen’s accomplishments as both a pioneering pilot and an Alaska Native artist.
Women Making History in Alaska
National Park Service, Ellen is included among the women who helped shape transportation, aviation, and tourism throughout Alaska.
More articles to explore:
CIRI Raven’s Circle: Ellen Paneok Inducted into the Alaska Women’s Hall of Fame
Alaska Historical Society: Ellen Paneok — Women’s History Month
Women’s Transportation History: The Passing of an Aviation Pioneer
Alaska Ninety-Nines: New Horizons — Memorial Recognition
Women’s Transportation History: The Passing of an Aviation Pioneer
Anchorage Daily News: Ellen Paneok Obituary and Alaska Tribute