TODAY Show: Fly Compton Aero Club Recognized During Black History Month

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.

The segment gave viewers an inside look at how our 501(c)(3) nonprofit, based at Compton/Woodley Airport, is opening doors for minority youth who have historically been excluded from aviation pathways. The TODAY team captured the energy, inspiration, and determination that fuels Fly Compton’s work—spotlighting our students, instructors, and the powerful sense of community behind each flight lesson.

While the feature aired in celebration of Black History Month, the message is timeless: representation and opportunity in aviation should be celebrated every day.

📺 Watch the full segment on the TODAY Show: Fly Compton on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna

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