WASHINGTON D.C. (WSET) — An African American pioneer in aviation from the Hill City is being recognized nationally. Chauncey ...

David E. Harris, a trailblazer in aviation who became the first Black commercial airline pilot when he was hired by American Airlines in 1964, died earlier this month at the age of 89. “Capt.

Even 60 years after Harris’ hiring, Blacks employees remain underrepresented in aviation. Black people make up 12.8% of the U.S. population but only 3.6% of pilots, according to government figures.

All-Black female crew operates an American Airlines flight from Dallas to Phoenix paying tribute to trailblazer Bessie Coleman, who was the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license in 1921.

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- This Black History Month, ABC13 is focusing on representation in aviation. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, less than 4% of pilots in the U.S. are Black.

Gibbs, a founding member of JetBlue, shares how the airline is putting its commitment to diversity first amid widespread corporate DEI disinvestment.

The 100 Black Men of Greater Florida GNV held its 7th annual Aviation Academy at Gainesville Regional Airport. The academy aims to expose, educate, and empower youth in the field of aviation.

The exhibit shows how Black men and women got their start in aviation and the adversity they faced on their way to achievement. The exhibit features 14 people and organizations.

Lauryn Billingsley, who is 16 and Black, is considering the U.S. Air Force and then a career as a commercial pilot. “More Black women should get into it,” said Billingsley, of suburban Detroit.

When his parents named him Tydal Wave Sugar, they had to know he was destined to make a splash. Now, a UH-60 Black Hawk crew chief serving with the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, Spc.