EAA 1358 on a Roll

DOTHAN AL- "We had a successful Young Eagle Rally last Saturday that included our usual fare of "Flying, Food, and Fellowship" says EAA member Bill Castlen, "Our ground support team is growing in numbers and experience."  We were very pleased to recruit Rick Rehm, a Cairns Approach Control Supervisor and Marius Heersink, a 17 year old newly minted Private Pilot.  Heersink has volunteered to advocate the Young Eagle Program to other High School students.

Four volunteer pilots and planes flew three new Young Eagles and four returning youngsters for free. This is all part of the EAA Young Eagles Program that introduces flying to youth ages 8 - 17.


Larry Turnage, YE coordinator, explained the 5 step EAA Flight Plan that takes Young Eagles from their introductory flight- step 1, all the way to college- step 5 with an opportunity for a scholarship.

Experimental Aircraft Chapter- Wiregrass 1358, moving into their new HQ in Aero One Aviation at the Dothan Regional Airport, held a Rally and Open House for youth, parents and volunteers. They will hold their monthly meeting there every 2^nd Saturday.

On May 18^th, EAA 1358 will join with Marianna for a Wings Seminar and Young Eagle Rally as part of their Armed Forces Day Celebration. The Marianna Municipal Florida Airport- MAI is about 34 miles south of Dothan just over the Alabama state line. -B Meyer, FMI: http://1358.eaachapter.org/, Related: ARTICLE