The Fly Compton Foundation is proud to announce that we have been awarded a $5,000 grant through Alaska Airlines’ Community CARES Award, in recognition of the outstanding contributions of our own Ronnel Norman.

Fly Compton was featured on the CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell in a powerful segment highlighting how the nonprofit is breaking barriers in aviation.

In July 2022, ABC7 Eyewitness News spotlighted the Fly Compton Aeronautical Education Foundation during U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s visit to Compton/Woodley Airport.

On October 11, 2022, KTLA 5 Morning News featured the Fly Compton Foundation for its work introducing minority youth to the world of aviation.

Toyota recognizes that everyone can use a nudge forward every now and then. We see the positive effects of a nudge on a young man’s trajectory through life.

Fly Compton Foundation was proudly featured on Spectrum News, shining a light on our mission to introduce minority youth to aviation through hands-on flight training, mentorship, and STEM education.

Fly Compton Aero Club was honored to be featured on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna during Black History Month, receiving national recognition for our mission to diversify aviation and empower youth through flight training and mentorship.

Fly Compton was featured on WUSA9’s “Get Uplifted” segment — a series that spotlights people and programs making a positive difference across the country.