About Tuskegee NEXT
Learn about our mission, history, and the dedicated team behind Tuskegee NEXT's commitment to transform the future of aviation.
Our Mission
Honoring the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, Tuskegee NEXT seeks to transform the lives of at-risk youth through aviation education and career path opportunities so they can transform their communities.
Our Vision
Tuskegee NEXT envisions a future where the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen lives on through a new generation of aerospace professionals, providing at-risk youth with the training, education, and support to become impactful leaders in aviation and in life.
Our Three Pillars
We prepare cadets to take flight through a proven model of education, experience, and mentorship.
Flight Training
A total immersion experience, including daily classes, simulators, solo flights, and more. Upon completion, cadets earn their private pilot and drone certificates.
Daily aviation classes
Flight simulator training
Solo flight experience
Pilot and drone licensing
Life Skills
Development
Cadets are mentored by successful professionals, exposed to career opportunities, and develop a desire to serve their neighborhoods and communities.
Leadership training
Confidence building
Community engagement
Personal development
Career Pathways
Cadets are equipped with the tools for educational success, exposure to aviation careers, and corporate visits to industry-leading companies, providing invaluable insights into future opportunities.
Corporate site visits
Industry networking
Professional mentorship
Career planning support