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 joined forces to create the Wings Over the Rockies Captain Jeppesen Foundation.
- The new 501(c)(3) organization's mission is to lead in providing aerospace educational opportunities and fulfill youthful dreams, honoring Captain Elrey B. Jeppesen's legacy.
- The foundation focuses on aiding young people interested in aviation, specifically by expanding flight training scholarship activities for Colorado students aged 14-18 to address the growing pilot shortage.
- Scholarships are available to help students achieve glider solo, light sport aircraft solo, and/or private pilot solo certifications.
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