The first African American woman to obtain a pilot's license was Bessie Coleman. In 1921, Coleman earned her license from a French flight school after facing racial discrimination that barred her from enrolling in American institutions. With her determination and pioneering spirit, she became an inspirational figure, advocating for the inclusion of African Americans in aviation. Coleman was known for her daring aerial shows and her commitment to promoting aviation as a career for women and people of color, breaking racial barriers in the aviation industry and inspiring future generations of aviators.