"Trailblazing Black Pilot David E. Harris Dies at 89"
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Capt. David E. Harris, the first Black pilot of a commercial airline, has passed away at the age of 89. Hired by American Airlines in 1964, Harris broke the color barrier in commercial aviation after serving as a captain in the U.S. Air Force. His life inspired countless Black pilots, and he dedicated himself to mentoring young African Americans interested in flying. Harris leaves behind a legacy of trailblazing in aviation and breaking racial barriers.
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