From the earliest days of flight, Black Americans have shaped aviation — yet their stories are often overlooked. This resolution designates February 16, 2026, as "International Black Aviation Professionals Day," honoring pioneers like Bessie Coleman (the first licensed Black woman pilot), the Tuskegee Airmen, Katherine Johnson, Mae Jemison, and many others who broke barriers across piloting, air traffic control, engineering, and space exploration. It also calls for better education about these contributions and greater opportunities for Black Americans in aviation careers.
Congressional Summary
Expresses support for designating International Black Aviation Professionals Day and encourages recognition of Black aviation professionals' contributions.
Legislative Subjects
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Action Date
- 2026-02-12
- Date Added
- 2026-04-03
- Source
- Congress.gov →
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