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 have merged to create the Wings Over the Rockies Captain Jeppesen Foundation.
- The new foundation's mission is to lead in aerospace education, inspiring young people to pursue aviation careers and honoring the legacy of aviation pioneer Captain Elrey B. Jeppesen.
- A primary focus of the foundation is to offer flight training scholarships to Colorado students aged 14-18, aiming to address the growing pilot shortage and provide opportunities in aviation.
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