Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum (WOTR) and the Jeppesen Aviation Foundation announced on December 17, “Wright Brothers Day,” that they have joined forces to create the Wings Over the Rockies Captain Jeppesen Foundation, a new 501(c)(3) organization. The foundation’s mission is to support Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum in being a leader in providing aerospace educational opportunities fulfilling youthful dreams in the spirit of Captain Elrey B. Jeppesen and his legacy.
New Wings Over the Rockies Captain Jeppesen Foundation Formed
Key Takeaways:
- Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum and the Jeppesen Aviation Foundation merged to create the "Wings Over the Rockies Captain Jeppesen Foundation."
- The new foundation's mission is to lead in aerospace education, inspiring youth in aviation, honoring Captain Elrey B. Jeppesen's legacy, and addressing the growing pilot shortage.
- Its core focus is aiding young people interested in aviation, primarily by offering flight training scholarships to Colorado students aged 14-18, with numerous scholarships already awarded and more available.
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