1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Minorities in Aviation Education Act of 2023 . 2. Bessie Coleman Aviation Education Program (a) In general The Secretary of Transportation shall establish the Bessie Coleman Aviation Education Program to provide grants to eligible entities to improve the preparation and representation of students, particularly women and minorities, in aviation-related fields. (b) Authorized activities A grant awarded under this section may only be used for activities that increase exposure and access to aviation-related education and jobs through such means as— (1) internships, apprenticeships, or scholarships that offer students experience in the aviation industry; (2) programs that introduce students to unmanned aircraft systems (as the term is defined in section 44801 of title 49, United States Code); (3) career exploration and educational programs that teach technical skills used in aviation maintenance, or to improve existing such programs