I decided blacks should not have to experience the difficulties I had faced, so I decided to open a flying school and teach other black women to fly.

- Bessie Coleman

I refused to take no for an answer.

- Bessie Coleman

If I can create the minimum of my plans and desires there shall be no regrets.

- Bessie Coleman

Tell them that as soon as I can walk I'm going to fly!

- Bessie Coleman

The air is the only place free from prejudices.

- Bessie Coleman