Sabiha Gökçen died on March 22, 2001, in Ankara.
On March 22, 2001, Sabiha Gökçen passed away in Ankara, Turkey. Her death marked the end of a life singularly dedicated to the advancement of aviation and women's roles in the air forces worldwide. From being the world’s first female combat pilot to receiving international honors posthumously, her lifelong commitment to pushing the boundaries of female empowerment within aviation firmly positioned her legacy as legendary and enduring among not just aviators but the wider community seeking gender equality and representation.