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Captain Nia Gilliam on 9/11, resilience, and new memoir, Cleared for Takeoff
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk ReShonda Tate , as published by Defender Network
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway She became a captain for United Airlines, a notable accomplishment for a Black woman in the US.
A local resident may be interested in the story of Nia Gilliam, who achieved her goal of flying commercial airliners. She became a captain for United Airlines, a notable accomplishment for a Black woman in the US. Gilliam's career was impacted by a significant event in American history.
Her experience on that day is part of her story. For more information about Nia Gilliam and her memoir, readers can consult the Defender Network, which features her story and experiences, including her thoughts on resilience and a notable day in her career.
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Category: local Published: August 4, 2026 Source: Defender Network Reading time: 1 min
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