Latino Pilots Association (LPA)
Claudia Zapata-Cardone currently serves as the President and Director of Community Outreach for the Latino Pilots Association, a role held since June 2020. As an Airline Pilot for United Airlines since May 2015, Claudia operates the Airbus 319/320, ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers. Claudia also held the position of Vice-Chair of the President’s Committee for Diversity and Inclusion at the Air Line Pilots Association from May 2020 to December 2023. Previous experience includes serving as First Officer at Atlantic Southeast Airlines and Certified Flight Instructor at Falcon Aviation Academy. Early career roles included Flight Attendant at Delta Air Lines and Crew Scheduler at AirTran Airways. Claudia earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology from Utah Valley University.
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Latino Pilots Association (LPA)
LPA is committed in its mission to inspire, develop and support the Latin/a/e/o/x aerospace & aviation communities; further eliminating socio-economic barriers through representation, financial support, education and mentorship. LPA is a non-profit 501(C)(3), volunteer ran organization comprised of professionals from various sectors of the aerospace and aviation industries. We strive to: Lead The Way - In all that we do and do so in a professional and respectful manner. Inspire - Inspiration awakens us to new possibilities by allowing us to transcend our ordinary experiences and limitations. Inspiration propels us from apathy to possibility, and transforms the way we perceive our own capabilities. Give Back - Through scholarships, providing more affordable access to aerospace & aviation careers. Mentor - Mentorship at its core, guarantees that there is someone who cares about them, assures them they are not alone in dealing with day-to-day challenges, and reassures them that they matter. Volunteer - By giving back to the communities in which we live. Sharing our passion and love for what we do, with those around us. Spread Awareness - Through outreach and advocacy efforts to ensure a pipeline of careers in the aerospace/aviation sectors are available to future generations of Latin/a/e/o/x youth. All are welcome to join. Please visit our website at www.latinopilot.org for more information and to become a member today.