FedEx : For FedEx Pilot Albert Glenn, Inspiring Our Youth is His Life’s Mission

February 11, 2019

[Attachment] In honor of Black History Month, FedEx recognizes current and past professionals who made a positive difference. FedEx Captain Carroll Waters certainly opened the door for other minority crewmembers, and Captain Albert Glenn gladly took the mantle through his more than four decades flying for the Purple & Orange. While the B777 pilot landed his FedEx aircraft for the very last time this past November, he still remains dedicated to teaching our youth about all of the wonderful opportunities an aviation career presents.

Interestingly, Albert Glenn began his career in '74 with FedEx as a data processor, while completing his political science degree at the University of Memphis. However, he began logging flight hours toward the end of college, while holding a number of additional positions with the company in both customer service and in Flight Operations.

Utilizing his bachelor's degree, in 1976, he went to work in former U.S. Rep. Harold Ford Sr.'s office as an intern and administrative assistant. Captain Glenn maintains it was during this time when he realized the importance of getting involved - encouraging African Americans to pursue careers in aviation.

By summer 1983, Captain Glenn qualified to be hired by FedEx as a B727 Flight Engineer/Second Officer, and during the next decade moved into 727 F/O, Captain and Check Airman positions. He then spent 10 years in a variety of managerial roles before going back into the cockpit in 2003 as an MD-11 Captain, a move that gave him the opportunity to fly with his son, Anthony, and more flexibility to mentor youths who wish to get into the field. By 2010, Captain Glenn was flying the B777.

Having earned a stellar reputation across the fleets for always paying it forward, Captain Glenn leaves a legacy characterized by mentorship, community service and unparalleled professionalism. Following in Carroll Waters' footsteps, he definitely represented FedEx well within OBAP (the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals), having served twice as the organization's national board chairman. Now, he fully expects to remain active as a teacher and advocate with OBAP national.

Additionally, Glenn will remain as director of the Luke Weathers Flight Academy for the foreseeable future. The Academy, located at the Olive Branch (MS) Airport, is named for a member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen who flew during WWII. Its mission is to give Memphis East High School students a low-cost opportunity to earn their wings.

Thank you Captain for all you've done to make FedEx the best in the business. Your incomparable class and selflessness is something we will always remember you by, and though you may not be flying the Purple Tail anymore, we can rest assured you're still out there inspiring future generations of aviation professionals![Attachment]