1. David E. Harris, 1st Black Pilot Captain for major US commercial airline
2. Trailblazer David E. Harris, breaking barriers in aviation industry.
By Trend News Line 2024-03-11 20:45:05.
Trailblazing Black Pilot David E. Harris Passes Away at 89
David E. Harris, the first Black pilot to achieve the rank of Pilot Captain for a major US commercial airline, has passed away at the age of 89. Harris dedicated 30 years of his life to American Airlines, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of Black aviators.
Throughout his career, Harris inspired countless individuals within the Black community, showing them that their dreams of aviation were not out of reach. His determination, skill, and passion for flying served as a shining example of what could be achieved through hard work and perseverance.
While the aviation industry has made significant strides in diversity and inclusion in recent years, Harris’s groundbreaking accomplishments remind us of the challenges faced by Black pilots in the past. His legacy serves as a powerful symbol of progress and a testament to the importance of representation in all fields.
At the time of this reporting, the cause of David E. Harris’s death remains unknown. His passing is a loss not only to the aviation community but to all who were inspired by his courage and determination.
Our thoughts are with Harris’s family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. May his legacy continue to inspire future generations of Black pilots to reach for the skies and break down barriers in the world of aviation.
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Source : AttorneyCrump
David E. Harris, the 1st Black pilot to become Pilot Captain for a major US commercial airline, has died at 89. Through 30 yrs of dedicated service to American Airlines, the trailblazer showed Black individuals that their dreams of aviation could become a reality! pic.twitter.com/TZXB604q5V
— Ben Crump (@AttorneyCrump) March 11, 2024
– Black pilot Captain
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