Trailblazing pilot hopes to inspire others

(NEXSTAR) – Captain Lindsey Jeffries Jones has made history as the first African American female helicopter pilot for the North Carolina National Guard.

Her achievements are celebrated in the Trailblazing Women exhibit at the Sullenberger Aviation Museum.

Captain Jones, a native of Raleigh, North Carolina, has served as a pilot, platoon leader, commander, operations specialist, author, motivator, therapist, and role model…

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