Jim Tilmon a Pilot and Pioneer Who ‘Just Wanted to Fly’


Jim Tilmon has worn many hats throughout his extraordinary life: pilot, Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and weatherman, aviation expert, musician and author. 

Tilmon is also a pioneer. He was one of the first African American commercial pilots in the country to join American Airlines in 1965 after learning his craft in the Army. 

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He writes about his experiences in the new book “I Just Wanted to Fly.”

Tilmon joins host Phil Ponce in discussion.

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