Committed to Diversifying the Skies.
We are an organization of professional black female pilots who are committed to supporting future black aviators through mentorship, professional development, outreach and scholarship.
Interested in Membership?
Qualified professional pilots are encouraged to apply for membership and mentorship opportunities within our organization.
Our Initiatives
Scholarship
Since 2017 Sisters of the Skies Inc. has awarded several scholarships at our Annual Gala and at the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals Convention. These scholarships are made possible by the generous donations of those who share our vision.
Mentorship
Our mentorship program promotes the progression and development of women of color seeking careers as pilots through our Cohort Program, which utilizes the Slack App to group mentees with mentors in a virtual platform to achieve support, guidance and best practices for each group based on their training level.
Outreach
With our outreach programs, youth have the opportunity to engage with female pilots in uniform and take discovery flights with hopes of fostering tomorrow’s aerospace professionals. Our programs are aimed at exposing African American female youth to aviation via career discovery events.
Who We Are
About Us
Our organization is comprised of professional black women pilots who represent less than ½ of 1% of the total professional pilot career field. Currently, there are less than 150 black women pilots in the United States holding Airline Transport Pilot, Commercial, Military, and or Certified Flight Instructor Licenses. Our goal is to drastically improve these numbers through mentorship, professional development, STEM and outreach and scholarships.
Our Mission & Vision
To increase our sisterhood through scholarship, mentorship, and outreach. Our vision is to develop pathways and partnerships to increase the number of black women in the professional pilot career field.
Shop SOS Merchandise
Shop our store for SOS branded t-shirts and accessories. Rock our gear around your town or give them as gifts for your aspiring aviator. All proceeds from our store go towards our scholarship and outreach initiatives. Thank you for your support.
Students participating in our Outreach Programs
Mentees supported in our Mentorship Programs
Scholarships awarded at our Annual Gala and OBAP Convention
Active members in our organization
How to Get Involved
Support our mission and vision by getting involved with our organization. Anyone can contribute in one of the various ways below. We deeply appreciate your support!
- Become a Mentor/ Mentee
- Become a Sponsor
- Become a Member
- Make a Donation
- Purchase a Ticket to an Event
- Shop the SOS Store
Become a Sponsor
Through the generous help of our sponsors, we are able to maintain our commitment help get more women of color in the sky through our outreach events and scholarship opportunities. Contact us today to become a sponsor and help us achieve our mission.
News & Events
Check back often for updates and news on our scholarship opportunities, outreach events and new programs.
The 2024 Annual Scholarship Gala Registration is Now Open!
February 3, 2024 Sheraton/Le Meridien 555 South McDowell Street Charlotte, North Carolina Our annual Sisters of the Skies Scholarship
Save the Date for our 2024 Annual Scholarship Gala – February 3, 2024!
Sisters of the Skies Scholarship Gala 2024 Le Méridien Hotel Charlotte NC February 3, 2024
GRoW Denver Registration Open!
Sisters of the Skies is excited to host our annual outreach event Girls Rock Wings (GRoW) this year in Denver, Colorado.