Nine proud alumni from Delaware State University call the flight deck of United Airlines aircraft home—and they were particularly happy to take part in a recent event celebrating the inclusion of their alma mater into a new program by the airline to work towards more diversity in its ranks.
Delaware State University Joins United’s Aviate Program
Key Takeaways:
- Delaware State University (DSU) has partnered with United Airlines' Aviate program, making it the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to join.
- The partnership aims to provide DSU aviation students with a clear pathway to becoming United Airlines pilots, supporting the airline's goal of training 5,000 new pilots by 2030.
- This collaboration emphasizes United Airlines' commitment to increasing diversity within its pilot ranks, leveraging DSU's role as a leading provider of pilots of color.
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