“The program’s emphasis on mentorship and inclusivity aligned with my passions and goals, confirming it was a great opportunity for my journey in aviation.”

“It was at Ms. Holmes' funeral later in the semester, that her last words to me – to "make a way for myself" – resonated deeply. It encouraged me to apply to Tuskegee Next in hopes of taking advantage of the valuable resources and opportunities provided to cadets.”

“I chose to apply to Tuskegee NEXT because I am determined to become the first Pilot in my family. This program offers a unique opportunity to turn my dreams into reality and represents the first step toward achieving my goal of becoming a pilot.”

“Tuskegee NEXT is an opportunity to develop not only myself as a pilot, but as a person as well while working with individuals from different backgrounds with great aspirations in the industry.”

“I am applying to Tuskegee NEXT because I resonate with its mission to honor the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen by empowering underrepresented youth through aviation education and career opportunities.”

“I was inspired to apply for the 2018 Tuskegee NEXT program because the program offered me the opportunity to fulfill my goal and earn my private pilot's license before graduating from high school.”

“My future aspiration would be to give hope to the future generations of minorities and inspire other young females. I would like to place myself in a better position to help more people.”

“I saw the amazing opportunity that Tuskegee NEXT was presenting to youth in America and saw it as a chance to pursue my dream. Without Tuskegee, I may not have had the tools to become a pilot.”

“I fell in love with aviation when I was eight years old after seeing the cockpit of a plane for the first time. That experience planted the seed that sparked the love of aviation.”

“In the future I hope to establish a flight school. I would love to introduce more minorities to the field of aviation. Through my passion for aviation, I aspire to manage my own aircraft business.”

“Whether I’m landing on the deck of an aircraft carrier or dropping water on a wildfire, my main goal as a pilot is to inspire those who don’t know about the beauty of flying.”

“I was excited to be associated with the name Tuskegee NEXT since I have been following the Tuskegee Airmen stories since I was 11 years old.”

“I felt Tuskegee Next would be that foundation in which I could stack my building blocks to success and help me towards my future goals and aspirations in life.”

“I chose to apply to Tuskegee NEXT because it gives an inner city teenager, like me, an opportunity of a lifetime to be a part of something great and historic.”

“I chose Tuskegee NEXT because it will expose me to the fundamentals of the aviation industry as well as teach me essential life skills.”

I want to become a pilot because the world is too big not to explore. This industry is booming and I could not picture a better job than getting paid to explore and expand my outlook on the world. It am fond of seeing the world from 3,000 feet in the air.  

“I want to be a pilot because I have found a career that I absolutely love. Being in the air is an amazing experience; from looking down at how beautifully green the earth is, to soaring towards the horizon.”

“I enjoy meeting new people from different cultures. Becoming a pilot will give me the opportunity to see the world.”

I want to become a pilot because it is my dream to become a commercial pilot and fly a 737 and or a 777 plane.  Obtaining my private pilot’s license puts me one step closer to accomplishing my goal. It will be great to be able to solo fly, as well fly my family and friends.    

When I was seven years old, someone I admired had a collection of model airplanes in his office. I would find myself being intrigued by them.  He encouraged me to become a pilot. Before he passed away, he gave me his collection of model airplanes and I still have them to this day. His words of encouragement helped guide me to find my passion in aviation.