A 17-year-old African American aviator from Staten Island is defying limits and showcasing her tremendous potential in the world of aviation.
Flying means the world to Kamora Freeland.
She expressed her love and passion for it, stating, “I have a deep passion for it, and it brings me immense joy.”
As she enters her senior year at Kingsborough Early College High School, she exclaims confidently that she is prepared for the most significant challenge she has ever faced.
“I’m actually taking my check ride today, which is the final test I need to pass in order to obtain my private pilot’s license,” she explained with excitement.
At the young age of 17, this honor student from Staten Island has set her sights on becoming a pilot.
Last summer, she successfully completed her solo and cross-country flights, even taking her mother along to Martha’s Vineyard.
“I couldn’t believe it when I found out that she was the pilot of the plane I was sitting in the back of,” Freeland’s mother exclaimed. “She flew us and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.”
Monday is the key factor in this equation.
“I couldn’t miss it for the world,” exclaimed Mariama Toe-Freeland, Freeland’s sister, as she expressed her excitement about visiting Atlanta.
The Freeland family brimmed with anticipation as they waited patiently.
“I’m really excited about this,” exclaimed Richard Greene, Freeland’s grandfather.
“I’m actually terrified of heights,” shared Aaron Rice, cousin of Freeland. “Personally, I wouldn’t even consider attempting something like that. Witnessing her fearlessly take on such a challenge is truly awe-inspiring. It’s remarkable to see someone so young exhibit such maturity and desire to push their boundaries.”
After spending an hour in the air with a designated pilot examiner, Freeland eagerly awaited the outcome as they landed.
“I didn’t witness this phenomenon a year and a half ago, but now that I’m here and witnessing it firsthand, I am truly grateful,” expressed Freeland’s mom.
“I could barely walk, but I knew I had to be here,” Greene exclaimed.
And the results? Well, the 17-year-old passed the test!
Her dad embraced her tightly, and she even received a warm hug from a Tuskegee airman.
Freeland began her aviation journey at the age of 15 under the guidance and mentorship of her flight instructor.
According to Freeland’s instructor, she is incredibly focused despite her young age.
“It’s truly incredible,” expressed Freeland. “I am actively contributing to the necessary change, and I hope to inspire other young Black girls to do the same.”
Freeland is reaching for the sky, quite literally, as she prepares to enroll at Spellman College in the upcoming fall semester.
She has her sights set on obtaining her commercial pilot’s license next.