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.

WEST CHESTER, PA — The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) is set to debut a permanent exhibit titled “On the Wings of Freedom: Black Leaders in Aviation” on Saturday ...

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.

"A lot of Black women are good in math and STEM, and this is a good job." Kyan Bovee, left, goes through a post-flight briefing with instructor Tyler Gibbs, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2023, at the Coleman ...

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.

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.

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.