Committed to increasing diversity in aviation and aerospace.
Joined March 2010
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2 Dec 2025
Today is #GivingTuesday and we’re calling on the OBAP community to help us Fuel the Future for the next generation of aerospace professionals. ✈️✨
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22 May 2025
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.
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22 May 2025
The nomination window closes at Midnight on May 31, 2025. Email your nomination to info@obap.org
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20 May 2025
Check out these fast-approaching deadlines for our summer ACE academies!
Learn more and register today! obap.org/outreach-programs/a…
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3 May 2025
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!
obap.org/annual-conference/
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1 May 2025
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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1 May 2025
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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1 May 2025
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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11 Apr 2025
NEW: Black pilots training for the airlines are determined to fly despite anti-DEI rhetoric. Here's my report from the @OBAPEXCELLENCE flight academy outside of Memphis. cnn.com/2025/04/10/business/…
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21 Mar 2025
Wingman Reece Warren is making moves! After earning her CFI license, she’s been giving back to the aviation community through @OBAPEXCELLENCE, recently visiting Saucedo Academy to inspire 6th graders about aviation—just like someone once did for her. Keep it up, Reece!
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18 Mar 2025
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.
obap.org/outreach-programs/s…
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OBAP retweeted
28 Feb 2025
We conclude the celebration of Black History Month with part two of the podcast with the pilots from @OBAPEXCELLENCE . It can be streamed now on all platforms!
Podbean: tinyurl.com/ybpnrj48
Spotify: tinyurl.com/5n97j5t9
Apple: tinyurl.com/4835zubh
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27 Feb 2025
“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: actionnews5.com/2025/02/26/b…
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15 Feb 2025
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
obap.org/explore-aerospace/
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13 Feb 2025
Born in Columbus in 1934, Captain David Harris had many trials to pave his way through life. From the Civil Rights Movement to the sky, his name is in history.
@eriecountydems @ALPAPilots @OBAPEXCELLENCE
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10 Feb 2025
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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6 Feb 2025
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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31 Jan 2025
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: obap.org/explore-aerospace/
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