11/06/2025
Zoey Williams, a 27-year-old trailblazer from Ontario, Canada, has made history as Air Canada’s first Black female Boeing 777 pilot. Growing up in a pilot’s household, Zoey was surrounded by aviation from an early age, though she initially faced doubts about following the same path. Confronting her early fear of flying head-on, she pushed past hesitation and gained valuable experience by taking on diverse roles across the aviation industry. Her journey was far from easy, especially during the challenges brought on by the global pandemic, but Zoey’s resilience never faltered. She not only earned her MBA and successfully managed a business but also sharpened her skills flying Boeing 737s before stepping into one of the most demanding aircraft cockpits in commercial aviation. Today, through determination, discipline, and passion, Zoey stands as a powerful symbol of representation and perseverance, inspiring new generations of women and Black aviators to chase their dreams without limits.
