Kamora Freeland: Spelman Scholar and Trailblazing Young Pilot

At just 17 years old, Kamora Freeland has made history as one of the youngest African American female pilots in the United States — and she’s now a proud Spelman College student.

Kamora’s journey began at 15 when she received a scholarship from the United Youth Aviators program. Balancing her academic commitments as a dual-enrolled student at Kingsborough Early College Secondary School and Kingsborough Community College, Kamora’s determination led her to earn her private pilot’s license before even obtaining her driver’s license.

In February 2024, Kamora became the youngest African American female licensed pilot in New York State, a milestone that drew attention from major media outlets like ABC7 New York.

Now thriving at Spelman College as a Presidential Scholar, Kamora is majoring in International Relations with a minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Her goal is to become a commercial airline pilot and eventually open her own aviation school to inspire and empower young women of color to pursue careers in aviation.

Kamora Freeland’s remarkable achievements embody the spirit of HBCU excellence, showcasing the power of perseverance and the importance of creating pathways for future generations.

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