Meet Captain Theresa Claiborne, the first Black woman pilot in U.S. Air Force history — a true trailblazer whose wings changed the sky for generations to come. 👩🏾✈️🌍
From earning her title in 1982 to serving as a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force Reserves and later flying with United Airlines, Claiborne’s 43-year career embodies excellence, courage, and mentorship.
She recently completed her final flight in May 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire future Black female aviators to take flight — literally and fearlessly. 💪🏾🖤
📸 Source: @goodnewspage_
