American Airlines and Fly For The Culture came together to educate high school students about the wide range of career opportunities in aviation.

Facilities Tour with American Airlines

ByJake Roach January 29, 2020April 15, 2020

American Airlines welcomed students of West Charlotte High School to their state of the art training facility. During the tour, which is a part of Fly For The Culture’s mission to promote diversity and inclusion in aviation, aspiring aviation professionals learned about the various vital roles that Science, Technology, Engineering, Aviation, and Mathematics (STEAM) professionals play in the world of air transport.

Many thanks to the American Airlines team for this great opportunity!

GoJet Airlines Blog

February 28, 2019April 15, 2020

As Black History Month comes to a close, we’re proud to share details about Fly for the Culture, a nonprofit organization launched by GoJet First Officer Courtland Savage, which aims to inspire and expose minority students to pursue careers in aviation. Read more on the GoJet Blog to learn about Fly for the Culture’s mission…

Inspiring New Pilots at Gastonia Municipal Airport

November 21, 2019April 15, 2020

During last weekend’s Turkey Drop Fly For The Culture gave away 100 turkeys and offered free introductory flights to folks like 4-year old Christian Mathias. The day also featured tours of airport buildings and facilities. Read more at the Gaston Gazette.

Cockpit Conversations with Darrell S. Freeman Sr.

February 19, 2020April 15, 2020

In this episode of Cockpit Conversations, Fly For The Culture founder Courtland Savage joins entrepreneur Darrell S. Freeman Sr. to discuss diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry, and providing introductory flights and mentorship to those interested in pursuing aviation careers.

An Afternoon of Intro Flights

September 25, 2019April 15, 2020

Fly For the Culture spent the afternoon at Gastonia Municipal Airport in Gastonia, NC. Throughout the afternoon, aspiring pilots were able to take a free introductory flight thanks for the generous contributions of Fly For The Culture donors!

Why Not Me?

November 18, 2020November 18, 2020

“My goal is to show kids who look like me that they can fly too,” writes Fly For The Culture founder Courtland Savage in a recent article for the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) Experience Magazine. He emphasizes just how central representation is in helping young people see that aviation careers are options for everyone…

The Pilots Changing the Face of Aviation

September 23, 2020October 23, 2020

Fly For The Culture was featured in a recent CNN story about its efforts to promote diversity in aviation careers. “Young people don’t believe that they can do it until they see someone like themselves doing it,” says founder Courtland Savage. The story also features other inspirational members of the aviation community, including Fly For…

Similar Posts

Newsletter Sign-up