My name is Amel Agabani and I am pursuing a career in Air Cargo Industry. Flying had always been my passion. When I was three years old I would play with airplanes instead of Barbie dolls. When I got to high school I knew flying is what I want to do for living. The only problem is there are no flight schools where I grew-up (Sudan). The government of Sudan sends only men out of the country to receive flight training. I had a hope one day I will make it to the United State, the land of opportunity to pursue my dream of becoming the first Sudanese women pilot. After freshmen year in high school my mother brought the family to United State. Right when I landed in Dulles International Airport, I looked out the window knowing that my dream became a reality.

Thanks to the founders and constitution of United States, my gender is no longer rejected from the sky. Jacksonville University in Jacksonville Florida accepted me to be part of the best aviation program in America. Professors at Jacksonville University are giving me the best knowledge to prepare me to face real life situations. I believe with the tremendous education I receive and my growing passion for aviation I will succeed in the Air Cargo Industry. I do understand my learning process does not end after graduating college; therefore I will challenge myself to seek every opportunity to expand my experience and lead a safe sky.

“If you take advantage of everything America has to offer, there’s nothing you can’t accomplish.” Geraldine Ferraro