Hugh J. White Chapter of TAI

06/22/2026

🚴🏾‍♂️🦅 Hugh J. White Chapter Members and supporters Participate in Annual Juneteenth Bike Ride 🦅🚴🏾‍♀️

Several members of the Hugh J. White Chapter of Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. came out to support and participate in the Annual Juneteenth Bike Ride in downtown St. Louis.

This inspiring event combined fitness, community, music, and history as riders traveled between significant locations while learning about the people and events that helped shape our city and our nation.

One of the highlights was the stop at Soldiers Memorial, where riders learned that just one year ago, on Juneteenth 2025, the street adjacent to the memorial was officially designated **Tuskegee Airmen Way**. Riders also heard about the six St. Louis-area Tuskegee Airmen honored with legacy bricks at the memorial:

🦅 Captain Wendell O. Pruitt
🦅 Major Lewis J. Lynch
🦅 Captain Christopher W. Newman
🦅 Captain Hugh J. White
🦅 Corporal Warren Harper
🦅 Sergeant George H. Carper II

We are grateful to Trailnet and the event organizers for helping preserve and share these important stories. Events like this remind us that history is all around us and that the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen continues to inspire future generations.

Thank you to all the chapter members, riders, volunteers, and supporters who helped make the day a success.

**Honoring the Legacy. Inspiring the Future.**

🦅✈️🚴🏾‍♂️

05/22/2026

A LEAP EVENT

🏁 **COME CHEER ON OUR YOUNG SOAP BOX DERBY RACERS!** 🏁

Looking for something fun to do on **Saturday, May 31?**

Come out to **The Hill in St. Louis (Macklind Ave)** and watch young racers ages **7–18** compete in the exciting **Soap Box Derby!**

🎉 **Opening Ceremony at NOON**
🚓 Special **Police vs Fire Chief Oil Can Race**
🏆 Awards after the final race

Bring:
☀️ Sunscreen
🪑 Lawn chairs
🥤 Snacks & drinks
📣 Your cheering voice!

This is a great family-friendly community event—come support these future champions and enjoy a fun day outdoors!

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05/14/2026

Hello Family and Friends,
I’m excited to share that Henderson Aviation Resources has been listed in the St. Louis American Reader’s Choice Awards 2026 under:
✈️ General Services > Best Non-Profit (Local)
I would truly appreciate your support by taking a moment to cast your vote!
Voting Period: April 16 – May 31, 2026�🏆 Winners are chosen by public vote
Henderson Aviation Resources is committed to honoring the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen while inspiring young people through aviation, aerospace, and STEM education opportunities. Your vote helps support our mission of opening doors and creating life-changing experiences for the next generation.
Please feel free to share this with family, friends, and anyone who believes in the power of youth aviation education.
🎉 Winners Celebration:�St. Louis American Reader’s Choice Awards Virtual Celebration�📅 Thursday, June 18 at 7:00 PM
Thank you for your support, encouragement, and belief in what we do!
With gratitude,�Henderson “Karl” Smith III�Henderson Aviation Resources
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04/04/2026

04/04/2026

Thanks, Frank for bringing together GEM and HJW for the Career Fair at Robinwood Elementary School.

04/03/2026

https://youtu.be/DzvnDzonwZc

Follow Nia’s inspiring journey from a curious young girl to a soaring pilot! ✈️Through hard work, courage, and determination, she learns that dreams really c...

02/22/2026

Yesterday I wore three hats at the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) St. Louis Pre-College (PCI) Aviation Day — representing the St. Louis Regional Aerospace and Aviation Task Force, the Hugh J. White Tuskegee Airmen Chapter, and Henderson Aviation Resources.

It was a fantastic experience connecting with parents and students and sharing the exciting aviation opportunities our Hugh J. White Chapter is creating. We also talked about the growing aerospace and aviation boom happening right here in the St. Louis region — and how students can position themselves now through education and preparation to be part of this expanding industry.

Inspiring conversations and curious young minds made it a great day! ✈️🌟