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
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…
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…
Christopher Ballinger, a 17-year-old African American student from Washington, D.C., has achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming one of the youngest licensed Black pilots in the United States. His inspiring journey exemplifies determination, hard work, and a passion for aviation. The Flight Academy Journey Christopher earned his pilot’s license through the Air Force Junior ROTC Flight…
Youngest Black Female Certified Private Pilot in New York Ariel Messam has managed to achieve the youngest Black female certified private pilot in New York among many other government employees in a remarkable achievement that multiple people across the nation have emulated. Ariel from Jamaica Queens shows through her determination and spiritual character that ambition…
