Madeline Swegle (formerly Madeline Manhertz) is a United States Naval Aviator.

She is the U.S. Navy's first black female tactical jet pilot.

[4] She participated in track and field throughout her time in high school and college.

[3] She reported to VT-21 in Kingsville, Texas to complete the Tactical Air Strike pilot training syllabus, which she completed on July 7, 2020, making her the first black female tactical jet pilot in the U.S.

[1] VFW Magazine February 2021 page 24