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Kids dream of flying; this organization helps them reach the skies

The Milton Pitts Crenchaw Aviation Training Academy believes no child should be kept from their dreams of becoming a pilot because they can't afford to pursue it.

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — You've probably heard the name Milton Pitts Crenchaw before. He was one of the original Tuskegee Airman and the first African-American from Arkansas to be trained by the federal government as a civilian licensed pilot.

In 2009, the Milton Pitts Crenchaw Aviation Training Academy was formed to continue his legacy.

It provides young people the opportunity to pursue aviation & aerospace careers.

You can learn more by clicking here.

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