About Tuskegee NEXT

Learn about our mission, history, and the dedicated team behind Tuskegee NEXT's commitment to transform the future of aviation.

Our Mission

Honoring the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, Tuskegee NEXT seeks to transform the lives of youth through aviation education, career path opportunities, and life skills training, so they can transform themselves and their communities.

Our Vision

Tuskegee NEXT envisions a future where the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen lives on through a new generation of aerospace professionals, providing youth with the training, education, and support to become impactful leaders in aviation and in life.

Our Three Pillars

We prepare cadets to take flight through a proven model of education, experience, and mentorship.

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Flight Training

A total immersion experience, including daily classes, simulators, solo flights, and more. Upon completion, cadets earn their private pilot and drone certificates.

  • Daily Aviation Classes

  • Flight Simulator Training

  • Solo Flight Experience

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Life Skills Development

Cadets are mentored by successful professionals, exposed to career opportunities, and develop a desire to serve their neighborhoods and communities.

  • Leadership training

  • Confidence building

  • Community engagement

  • Personal development

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Career Pathways

Cadets are equipped with the tools for educational success, exposure to aviation careers, and corporate visits to industry-leading companies.

  • Corporate site visits

  • Industry networking

  • Professional mentorship

  • Career planning support