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…
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…
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…
In a groundbreaking move, Sherrexcia “Rexy” Rolle, Esq., has ascended to the position of President, CEO, and Accountable Manager of Western Air, solidifying her status as the first woman to hold the reins of the Bahamas’ largest privately owned airline. This historic appointment places her in the esteemed 8% of female airline CEOs globally. The…
Miracle Izuchukwu, a 24-year-old trailblazer hailing from New York City, is poised to make history as one of the 1% of Black female pilots for major commercial airlines globally. Currently undergoing training to become a Commercial Airline Pilot, her journey serves as an inspiration to many. Born to Nigerian parents, Miracle faced discouragement due to…
In the heart of Albuquerque, New Mexico, a young trailblazer is rewriting aviation history. Seventeen-year-old Gabriel Carothers has soared to new heights, becoming the youngest African-American pilot in the state and leaving an indelible mark on the skies. Carothers’ journey from a childhood fascination with flight to making history as a licensed pilot exemplifies dedication,…
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…
Soon after fulfilling all the necessary qualifications at the university, Delante Sykes received exceptional news—he was selected in the first round of the airline draft by American Airlines
