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Olga Custodio

Olga Custodio

Keynote Speaker: Lt. Colonel (Retired), US Air Force; America’s First Latina Fighter Pilot, Executive Director of the San Antonio Chapter of Women in Aviation International & STEM Advocate

Olga Custodio Biography

The first Latina to complete U.S. Air Force Undergraduate Pilot Training and graduate in the top 5% of her class (of 48) with a fighter qualification to fly the T-38 as an instructor pilot, Olga E. Custodio points to three principles that have helped her become successful in a profession dominated by men: overcoming self-doubt, staying open to possibilities, and seeing herself as an equal.

However, the path to her dream has not been a walk in the park. While studying at the University of Puerto Rico, she tried to participate in the university’s Reserve Officer Training Corps program but was denied the opportunity, as women were not allowed then.

But Custodio never gave up hope, and she went on to fulfill her dream of becoming a commissioned military officer—and then some. A female military aviation pioneer, she served for 24 years in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. As a pilot instructor pilot, she received an Aviation Safety Award for superior airmanship for her handling of an engine failure in-flight emergency. After transitioning to the U.S. Air Force Reserves, Custodio became the first American Airlines Latina commercial airline pilot and later upgraded to Captain. Besides the T-38, Custodio flew the T-41, B-727, F-100, B-757, and B-767. She owns a Cessna T210L and has flown several general aviation aircraft like the Stearman biplane, Cessna-172, Beechcraft-35 V-tail, Cirrus Vision Jet, and others.

Today, Custodio is retired with over 11,000 flight hours to her name. Now a speaker and community leader, she serves on the board of several nonprofit organizations (Latino Pilots Association, Order of Daedalians, Dee Howard Foundation, and Women in Aviation Alamo City), which advocate for inspiring and empowering students, especially those from underserved communities, to pursue careers in aviation and aerospace. Custodio supports the Experimental Aviation Association (EAA), moderating several female aviation panels during AirVenture at Oshkosh, WI, since 2018. This year she presented two female panels representing Latinas in the aviation professions. As a STEM advocate, she has volunteered as a speaker and role model at local schools, universities, corporations, and military base groups, encouraging young women and men to reach their dreams. Custodio is a mentor with the Women in Aviation International, Aviation Explorers, and the School of Aeronautics of the InterAmerican University in Puerto Rico to mention a few. In 2017, she was inducted into the San Antonio Aviation and Aerospace Hall of Fame. Custodio is a co-author in the “Latinas in Aviation” anthology. She is included in “Nuestra América,” published by the Smithsonian Institution, as one of the 30 inspiring Latinas/Latinos who have shaped the United States. Custodio was the Honoree of the 35th Hispanic Heritage Foundation – 2022 STEM Award at The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC.

By pioneering many firsts during her career, Custodio has shattered stereotypes and served as a powerful role model for aspiring pilots. From breaking barriers and overcoming challenges as a woman in a male-dominated profession throughout her career, Custodio has gained essential life insights and perspectives that she shares with everyone, especially women working to achieve their dreams.

Custodio lives in San Antonio, Texas, with her husband of 49 years, Edwin—who is also her best friend, supporter, and advocate for everything she sponsors. They have two children, Marcia and Edwin II, and one grandson, Jedi. She shares her successes with her parents and family, her biggest supporters.

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Olga Custodio Videos

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Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Olga Custodio for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers. Fill out a booking request form for Olga Custodio, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Olga Custodio or any other celebrity of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Olga Custodio?

Booking fees for Olga Custodio, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies according to the circumstances, including the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. Speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Olga Custodio, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.

Who is the agent for Olga Custodio?

All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Olga Custodio for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Olga Custodio for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service talent booking agency?

All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Olga Custodio or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Olga Custodio or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.


Olga Custodio is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Hispanic Heritage, Diversity and Adventure. The estimated speaking fee range to book Olga Custodio for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Olga Custodio generally travels from San Antonio, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shayla Rivera, Linda Alvarado and Amelia Rose Earhart. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Olga Custodio for an upcoming event.

Olga Custodio Videos

Stinson Virtual Field Trip with Olga Custodio
Lt. Col Olga Custodio USAF, American Airlines Captain retired ...
WGU 2020 Dallas Commencement Address from Olga E. Custodio ...
Power of Sport - OLGA CUSTODIO My Story :30 TV
Lieutenant Colonel Olga Custodio’s Quest

How to book Olga Custodio?

Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Olga Custodio for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers. Fill out a booking request form for Olga Custodio, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Olga Custodio or any other celebrity of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Olga Custodio?

Booking fees for Olga Custodio, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. Pricing often varies according to the circumstances, including the talent's schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. Speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Olga Custodio, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.

Who is the agent for Olga Custodio?

All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Olga Custodio for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Olga Custodio for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service talent booking agency?

All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Olga Custodio or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Olga Custodio or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.


Olga Custodio is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Hispanic Heritage, Diversity and Adventure. The estimated speaking fee range to book Olga Custodio for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Olga Custodio generally travels from San Antonio, TX, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shayla Rivera, Linda Alvarado and Amelia Rose Earhart. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Olga Custodio for an upcoming event.

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