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Committed to increasing diversity in aviation and aerospace.
Chicago, IL
Joined March 2010
The nomination window closes at Midnight on May 31, 2025. Email your nomination to info@obap.org.
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OBAP is seeking nominees for the organization's Board of Directors, for three new seats in the areas of Maintenance Tech/ATC, Aerospace Engineering/Advanced Technology, Human Resources, and Professional Pilot. #obapexcellence
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Check out these fast-approaching deadlines for our summer ACE academies!. Learn more and register today! #obapexcellence #aviation #aerospace #obapaceacademy
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Join us in Tacoma, August 6-8, 2025, where we’ll embrace the theme "Limitless Horizons: Advancing Toward a Unified Future.". Register now to take advantage of early-bird discounts and secure your lodging!. #obapexcellence #obap2025
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His passion for flying was matched only by his commitment to mentoring the next generation of aerospace professionals. We celebrate his remarkable journey and lasting impact on aviation.
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A decorated Vietnam War veteran and trailblazing aviator, Willis went on to become a Captain with American Airlines, where he brought skill, leadership, and excellence to every flight.
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OBAP honors the life and legacy of founding member and 2008 Founders & Pioneers Hall of Fame inductee, Willis N. Brown Jr.
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RT @petemuntean: NEW: Black pilots training for the airlines are determined to fly despite anti-DEI rhetoric. Here's my report from the @OB….
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CNN’s Pete Muntean visits a Mississippi flight school founded by the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals to discuss how students and teachers feel about the escalating federal campaign...
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RT @GoJet_Airlines: Wingman Reece Warren is making moves! After earning her CFI license, she’s been giving back to the aviation community t….
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We are just a few weeks away from the 2025 OBAP scholarship season!! Take a look at these frequently asked questions and learn more about the scholarship requirements on our website. #obapexcellence.
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Scholarships OBAP is dedicated to supporting minority interests and placement in aerospace careers. To date, OBAP has awarded nearly $7 million in scholarships to more than 500 diverse recipients...
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RT @UnitedPilots: We conclude the celebration of Black History Month with part two of the podcast with the pilots from @OBAPEXCELLENCE . It….
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“If you want to be successful and you want others to recognize, you’ve got to be 4 times better than they expect you to be," says Retired FedEx Captain Albert Glenn. Full Story: #obapexcellence.
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A small group of students at East High is defying gravity as part of a special school turning pupils into pilots.
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Is your student ready to take flight into the exciting world of aviation and drone technology? OBAP’s Explore Aerospace virtual course is back this spring. 📅 When: Saturdays, 12 PM - 1 PM ET.💲 Cost: $150 per student.
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RT @eriecountydems: Born in Columbus in 1934, Captain David Harris had many trials to pave his way through life. From the Civil Rights Move….
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Born in Columbus in 1934, David Harris had many trials to pave his way through life. From the Civil Rights Movement to the sky, his name is in history.
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The OBAP is proud to announce that @AlaskaAir, @HawaiianAir, and Horizon Air will serve as the title sponsors for the 49th Annual OBAP Conference, taking place August 6-8, 2025 in scenic Tacoma, Washington.
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We mourn the passing of Retired Lt. Col. Harry Stewart Jr., a true trailblazer in Black history and one of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen. At 100 years young, his remarkable life was a testament to courage, skill, and resilience.
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Do you have a student in grades 6-12? Are they interested in aviation and aerospace? Our Explore Aerospace program is the perfect opportunity to spark their interest. Learn more and register: #obapexcellence
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In this difficult time, we stand united and focused on understanding the circumstances of this tragedy and supporting the families of those impacted. #OBAPStrong
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Yesterday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that the Air Force has reinstated training materials that reference the legendary Tuskegee Airmen following a brief suspension to align the courses with the Trump administration's rollback of DEI initiatives.
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