JR Aviator Camp Scholarship
Ready for Takeoff? Win a Scholarship to Aviation Summer Camp!
Are you ready to see your kid’s dreams take flight this summer?
I am thrilled to announce that I am offering a full scholarship for one local student to attend the Plainwell Aviation STEM Academy (PASA) summer camp! This isn’t just a “sit and watch” camp. This is a hands-on, throttle-forward experience where students in grades 6 through 12 learn what it actually takes to fly.
Why We Love This Camp
I don’t just support this program as a pilot and business owner—I’ve seen the impact firsthand. My son attended this camp and absolutely loved it. Seeing the spark it lit in him is exactly why I want to give another student this same opportunity. It is a game-changer for any young person interested in the sky. Personally I did a intro flight at 15 years old, fell in love with aviation – got my pilots license when I turned 17, attended Western Michigan Universities School of Aviation and all that lead to me building my own airplane! Which you can watch the build on YouTube!
What Is the PASA Experience?
Located right here at the Plainwell Airport, this camp splits the day between the classroom and the cockpit:
- Ground School: Half the day is spent mastering the fundamentals of flight.
- Flight Time: The other half is spent in the air (weather permitting) in a real general aviation aircraft!
- Whether they are a total beginner or have some flight hours already, the training is tailored to their experience level.
Camp Dates and Deadlines
The scholarship winner can choose from one of the following three sessions:
| Session | Camp Dates | Signup Deadline |
| Camp 1 |
June 22nd – June 26th |
June 15th |
| Camp 2 |
July 6th – July 10th |
July 1st |
| Camp 3 |
August 3rd – August 7th |
July 27th |
All camps run from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM. More info https://www.plainwellaviation.org/camp
How to Apply for the Scholarship
Aviation builds confidence, discipline, and a brand-new perspective on the world. I want to help a local student experience that “first flight” feeling without the $650 cost standing in the way.
To enter, students must:
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Fill out the application form (link below).
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Submit a short essay telling us why they want to learn to fly and why they should be chosen for this scholarship.
- Deadline to have the form submitted to us is April 20th and the winner will be announced the end of April.
DO NOT WAIT! The first camp deadline is June 15th, and we want to get our winner registered early.
Submit Your Scholarship Application
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