For more information:

 

Richard Martin President

719-683-6587

 

Hank Bartlett, Program Coordinator

719-594-9524

 

 

Summer Flight Experience

 

If you really want to learn to fly, the Summer Flight Experience can help you get started!

 

The Aviation Education Foundation of Colorado, Inc (AEFCO) will be sponsoring its fourth annual Summer Flight Experience at Meadow Lake Airport, Peyton, CO., Wednesday, June 18, 2008 through Friday, June 27, 2008.

 

 

"Kids will come away enthusiastic, inspired and ready to meet the new challenges and disciplines required to obtain a private pilot's license." said Richard Martin, AEFCO President.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What Happens ?

 

Participants will receive daily flight training with a Certified Flight Instructor or receive demonstration flights in private aircraft provided by members of EAA Chapter 72.  They will learn about aircraft systems, aerodynamics, weather and navigation during the daily ground school.

 

Hours of operation are weekdays, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, beginning Wednesday, June 18th, at the MLAA Hangar (click here for map). Lunch and snacks are provided.

 

"So Do You Really, Really, Want To Fly?"

 

What Does It Cost?

 

The Summer Flight Experience FREE to those selected.

 

The Aviation Education Foundation of Colorado, Inc. (AEFCO) is a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt charitable and educational organization offering aviation related training and scholarships to the local community.  Donations are tax-deductible. Click here to make a donation.

 

 

How Do I Apply?

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Space is limited, so only selected individuals will be able to attend.  To be considered, candidates must range in age from 14-19 and submit an application along with a one or two page essay describing their aviation goals and how they think this program will help them reach those goals.

 

Review the Guidelines and Itinerary to understand more about the objectives and to see the daily itinerary. Download and print the Application Form. Application must be received by AEFCO at 8340 Cessna Drive, Peyton, CO 80831, by May 19, 2008.

 

Although interviews are not required, the AEFCO Board of Directors will be holding interviews on Saturday, May 31, 2008 to review the program and answer questions from parents and applicants. To schedule an interview, contact Richard Martin.

 

What Dates Are Important?

 

  • Application Deadline: Monday, May 19, 2008.

Mailing address: AEFCO, 8340 Cessna Drive, Peyton, CO 80831

  • AEFCO Board Interviews: Saturday, May 31, 2008

  • 2008 Candidates Notified: Monday, June 2, 2008

 

 

 

 

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