Kamora Freeland never imagined touching the skies.
As a child growing up in Staten Island, she aspired to dive deep into the ocean and study marine life. However, destiny guided by her mother, Lakema — had other plans. Now, at just 17 years old, she finds herself navigating the skies at altitudes exceeding 5,500 feet.
“I got my pilot’s license before even getting my driver’s license,” Kamora joked to The Post with a laugh.
Freeland had always set her sights on
marine biology until her first flight lesson in 2021 at age 15.Stephen Yang
On February 26, the Gen Zer made history as the youngest pilot in New York State and one of the youngest licensed aviators in U.S. history. Her certification allows her to command a single-engine plane carrying up to 12 passengers. Ironically, she obtained her driver’s license just a day later.
