Carole Hopson, a United Airlines Boeing 737 captain and author of ‘A Pair of Wings,’ shares her inspiring transition from a corporate career to aviation. She reflects on overcoming challenges and emphasizes the importance of pursuing your dreams. Carole balances her roles as a pilot and a parent, showcasing how motherhood can enhance career excellence. She passionately discusses Bessie Coleman’s legacy and her ambitious goal to fund flight school for 100 Black women by 2035, encouraging others to embrace their unique paths.

Carole Hopson, an aspiring pilot and author, draws inspiration from Bessie Coleman, the first Black woman to earn a pilot's license in 1921. In a captivating conversation with journalist Michel Martin, they explore how Coleman's groundbreaking legacy motivated Hopson to pursue her dream of flying. They discuss the barriers Coleman broke in aviation, Hopson's journey as one of the few women of color pilots today, and the profound impact of resilience in both their lives and the aviation industry.