Presentation Host
Nick Manderfield
Publication/Presentation Date
Winter 2-10-2016
Abstract/Description
Learn about the historic Tuskegee Airmen of WW II and how they influenced the first African American pilot hired by United Airlines. Raised in segregated Centralia, IL, he was inspired to fly by his elementary school principal who was a “Red Tail” pilot. He overcame obstacles along the way to become a USAF B-52 pilot before joining UAL where he would retire 31 years later as a DC-10 Captain. Bill shares his love of flying and adventurous spirit in hopes of inspiring others to pursue their dreams.
Scholarly Commons Citation
Norwood, W.
(2016).
The Legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Nick Manderfield (Eds.)
Retrieved from https://commons.erau.edu/aviation-history/35
