Adeola Sowemimo is a Nigerian aircraft pilot who has made history by becoming the first Nigerian female pilot to work for Qatar Airways, the state-owned national carrier of Qatar.
According to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Africa has the highest percentage of female pilots in the world, at 5.2% as of 2023. This is a remarkable increase from 4.1% in 2016, and reflects the growing interest and participation of African women in the aviation industry. One inspiring example of this trend is the…
Justin Mutawassim is not your typical pilot. He is a 27-year-old African American who worked his way up from being a ramp agent at Delta Air Lines to flying planes for the same company. His story is one of determination, guidance and passion. How He Became a Pilot Mutawassim was 5 years old when he…
Captain Barrington Irving, renowned for his historic achievement as the first Black and youngest pilot to fly solo around the world, continues to inspire and pave the way for aspiring aviators. In a groundbreaking initiative, Irving has founded the Barrington Irving Technical Training School in Miami, Florida, with a mission to empower individuals, particularly people…
Denise Campbell and her two daughters, Chantel and Charnel Johnson, share more than just a familial bond—they also share a career path as flight attendants with Southwest Airlines. For the past seven years, this dynamic trio has been making memories while working side by side, enriching their professional lives with a unique blend of shared…
In a remarkable story of determination and passion, 17-year-old William Moore Jr. has made history by becoming a licensed private pilot before even graduating from high school. This achievement places him among the small percentage of minority pilots in the United States, a demographic that remains significantly underrepresented in the aviation industry. William‘s aviation journey…
At just 17, Kamora Freeland has achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming New York’s youngest female pilot and one of the youngest African American pilots in the United States. Her journey from a high school student to a licensed aviator is a story of passion, perseverance, and breaking barriers. Kamora, a senior at Kingsborough Early College…
Miracle Igbokwe, the esteemed winner of the 2018 Big Brother Naija ‘Double Wahala’ show, has once again made headlines, this time for a remarkable achievement in his academic pursuit. The renowned reality TV star has graduated with distinction from the prestigious Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University located in Florida, United States. Miracle‘s journey to success has been…
Aya Gertrude Konan’s journey from flight attendant to breaking barriers as the first female commercial pilot in Ivory Coast exemplifies resilience, determination, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. Hailing from Ivory Coast, Aya embarked on her career in the aviation industry in April 2013 as a flight attendant. However, her aspirations soared beyond…
In a historic moment that reverberates with significance and inspiration, Zoey Williams, a 27-year-old from Ontario, Canada, has etched her name in the annals of aviation history as the first Black female pilot to fly a Boeing 777 for Air Canada. With four college degrees under her belt and a passion for breaking barriers, Zoey’s…
