{"id":5637,"date":"2025-04-14T13:28:46","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T18:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/skyborne.com\/us\/?p=5637"},"modified":"2026-01-15T05:15:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T10:15:36","slug":"from-basketball-future-to-the-airlines-caches-introduction-to-aviation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/skyborne.com\/us\/news-events\/from-basketball-future-to-the-airlines-caches-introduction-to-aviation\/","title":{"rendered":"From Basketball Future to the Airlines: Cache’s Introduction to Aviation"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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“My journey into aviation was, quite honestly, a surprise. Standing at 6\u20192\u201d since ninth grade, I was convinced that my future lay in basketball\u2014playing in college, competing overseas, and eventually becoming an Athletic Director for a Division I school. But life had other plans.<\/p>

After the world reopened post-COVID, I found myself at a dinner table with a close friend, a JetBlue flight attendant. As he shared his experiences, I pushed back against his encouragement to apply for an airline job, yet I couldn\u2019t shake the intrigue of the lifestyle and the adventure it promised. That night, I applied\u2014just for fun, nothing serious. Within a month, I was hired by Frontier Airlines, marking the beginning of my unexpected but fulfilling career in aviation.<\/p>

From Cabin Crew to Cockpit<\/strong><\/p>

Life as a flight attendant introduced me to many aspects of aviation, but one recurring conversation always stood out\u2014transitioning from the cabin to the flight deck. During a layover, a pilot overheard one of these discussions and encouraged us to explore the process of becoming pilots. He could tell I was intrigued but hesitant, so he pushed me further: \u201cJust try a discovery flight.\u201d<\/p>

That seed of encouragement took root. I found myself once again unable to stop thinking about a big, crazy idea. I searched for discovery flights on Groupon\u2014just for fun, nothing serious. That \u201cfun\u201d turned into passion, and I knew I had found my purpose.<\/p>

Why Skyborne?<\/strong><\/p>

I was fortunate to be accepted into Delta Propel\u2019s Academy Pathway, which led me to Skyborne Airline Academy. As someone who had already begun flying before joining, I immediately recognized the value of Skyborne\u2019s structure and discipline. The academy mirrors the industry\u2019s expectations\u2014strict protocols, higher standards than FAA regulations, and an emphasis on personal and professional accountability.<\/p>

Having worked for an airline, I understand that the transition from student pilot to airline pilot needs to be seamless. Skyborne provides that preparation, ensuring that when I step into my airline career, I\u2019m not just ready\u2014I\u2019m thriving.<\/p>

Sisters of the Skies: A Scholarship That Changed Everything<\/strong><\/p>

A year ago, I joined\u00a0Sisters of the Skies, an organization dedicated to supporting and uplifting Black women in aviation. At that time, I had the dream but lacked a focused plan. I was still a flight attendant with only 20 scattered flight hours. Joining\u00a0Sisters of the Skies\u00a0gave me clarity, accountability, and an unwavering support system.<\/p>

They pushed me to take action, and with their encouragement, I secured my first-class medical, passed my written exams, got accepted into Delta Propel, and am now just a few lessons away from my checkride. Receiving the\u00a0Sisters of the Skies Scholarship\u00a0has been one of the most life-changing moments of my career. It confirmed that I am walking in my purpose.<\/p>

This organization has become my blueprint\u2014not just for achieving success but for lifting others as I climb. I am beyond grateful and incredibly excited to pay it forward to the next generation of aviators.<\/p>

Advice for Women Aspiring to Become Pilots<\/strong><\/p>

To every woman out there dreaming of a career in aviation, my advice is simple:\u00a0You belong here.\u00a0The only validation you need is from the\u00a0Federal Aviation Administration\u2014earn those certificates, get those ratings, and boldly take up space in this industry.<\/p>

Aviation needs more women, more diversity, and more stories like ours. I can\u2019t wait to meet you in the flight deck!”<\/p>

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