Breaking Barriers: Antiguan Latesha Azille Becomes First Female Antiguan Pilot at Major U.S. Airline

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Antiguan Latesha Azille trailblazing at Delta Airlines (Photo Source: Delta)

Latesha Latoya Azille has made history as the first female Antiguan pilot at a major U.S. airline, joining Delta Air Lines as a First Officer. 

Her induction took place during a wing ceremony at the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta on March 19, 2025, coinciding with Delta’s centennial celebrations and Women’s History Month. 

Azille’s journey in aviation began in 2016 with LIAT, and despite challenges like the pandemic, she continued to progress, eventually piloting for World Atlantic Airlines before landing her role at Delta.

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Educated in Antigua and holding a double major from the University of the West Indies, Azille credits her community and solid educational foundation for her success. She is dedicated to mentoring young women in aviation and exemplifies resilience, having been born prematurely.

Her accomplishments serve as an inspiration for Caribbean women and girls, highlighting that no dream is too bold. As she begins this new chapter, Azille embraces her role as a trailblazer in the field.

This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2025/03/27/breaking-barriers-antiguan-latesha-azille-becomes-first-female-antiguan-pilot-at-major-u-s-airline. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (21)

  • Tamisha March 27, 2025, 5:21 AM

    Woo hoo! My girl!
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    • Beverly March 27, 2025, 9:22 AM

      Congratulations. I am always happy when an Antiguan shinessssss
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    • Carol-Ann Collins March 28, 2025, 5:28 PM

      Caribbean girls/ women for the win, So proud 👏
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    • Chatina Warner March 29, 2025, 12:39 AM

      Congrats,you g lady! Well done🇦🇬
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    • Jean Metelus March 29, 2025, 6:07 AM

      Excelsior! We are…
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  • Anonymous March 27, 2025, 5:39 AM

    Great, proud of you girl
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  • Unruly One March 27, 2025, 7:34 AM

    Very commendable lady Azille. Well done to you.
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  • Donna March 27, 2025, 8:02 AM

    Congratulations to her achievement.
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  • James March 27, 2025, 10:47 AM

    When you have wings there is no limit. You go girl
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  • Keith Thompson March 27, 2025, 1:32 PM

    Congrats
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  • Luka Johnson March 27, 2025, 3:42 PM

    Wow that’s a great news, congratulations to that beautiful girl.
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  • Debbie C. March 27, 2025, 4:37 PM

    You made us all in Antigua and the Caribbean very proud!! Continue by his grace. Never forget to look beyond those clouds and give Jehovah thanks each day.
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    • Diamond March 27, 2025, 5:00 PM

      Well done, Ms. Azille. You have made Antigua and Barbuda proud. Continue to shine!
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  • Korts March 27, 2025, 4:59 PM

    Congrats. Premies ROCK
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    • Lavern Edwards March 28, 2025, 4:16 PM

      Congratulations
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  • Winston A hughes March 28, 2025, 6:17 AM

    Congratulations and thanks to God your determination and the support you had. May you continue to prosper as a pioneer
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  • Keep flying, keeping soaring Azille. Peace and blessing to you. March 28, 2025, 10:46 AM

    Keep your wings and head up. Soar on. Peace and God’s bleddongs to you
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  • Lavern Edwards March 28, 2025, 4:13 PM

    Congratulations to you on your success.Antiguans and Barbudans are extremely proud of you.
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  • Veessa Chance-Johnson March 28, 2025, 9:53 PM

    Congratulations Ms. Azille! You have made everyone proud! God bless!
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  • A A B March 29, 2025, 5:44 PM

    We Likkle BUT WE TALLAHWAH!!!! GO GIRL …… THIS is ONLY THE BEGINNING….. With YOUR MENTORING SKILLS …… The WORLD Is Our OYSTER!!!! Congrats! Congrats!! CONGRATS!!!🍾🎉🎊🎈 Keep Climbing THAT LADDER Girl …..We are ALL Behind you PUSHING You UP UP UP ……. 🥰💞💕🌻😇🙏🏿🇦🇬 To The World…..
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  • Dominican March 29, 2025, 10:00 PM

    Does Miss. Azille have Commonwealth of Dominica roots in her blood line? Congrats to her still for reaching that milestone. Always a joy to see my Caribbean people shine
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