John W. Greene Jr Chapter of BPA "Chesapeake Blackhawks"
Background
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What Do We Do?

  • We fly airplanes 
  • We teach, coach and mentor
  • We operate a Summer Flight Academy
  • We conduct ground schools
  • We instruct Student Pilots
  • We give airplane rides
  • We host Fly-Ins
  • We promote pilot proficiency through flight training and competitions
  • We organize an annual fly-in competition called "Operation Skyhook" to showcase and sharpen our flying skills
  • We establish Chapters throughout the United States to promote our causes
  • We promote, encourage and develop under represented youth in the field of aviation
  • We encourage youth to enter the field of aviation and to remain in school
  • We provide scholarships for youth who take part in such training
  • We broaden computer and aviation knowledge via the internet
  • We simulate and encourage broader job opportunities in all phases of aviation
  • We create a stronger voice in aviation issues
  • We getpur communties involved
  • We have fun  
 

History of Our Organization

The Black Pilots of America, Inc (BPA) was formed in Miami Florida, in the month of February 1997. The John W. Greene, Jr. Chapter, Washington, DC Metropolitan Area Black Pilots of America Inc. (JWG) was also formed in February 1997. BPA consists of pilots and interested aviation enthusiasts from across the United States. A large number of the present members were former long-time members of the Negro Airmen International Inc., which was founded by the late Ed Gibbs and other original Tuskegee Airmen in 1963.

Our Officers

Frank Green
President
Chris Childs
Vice-President
Eugene Stanley
Treasurer
Dan Spicer
Secretary
Roland Scott
Chief Pilot

Eugene Stanley

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