Bessie Coleman

Bessie Coleman was a trailblazing American aviator and the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license. Denied entry to flight schools in the United States, she learned French and moved to France, where she obtained her license from the renowned Caudron Brothers School of Aviation in just seven months. Coleman became known for her expertise in stunt flying and parachuting, making a living through barnstorming and aerial performances. Her legacy continues to inspire women in aviation.