We are so proud of John Norton’s volunteer work with youth motivating & inspiring them towards aviation careers! One of the ways he does this is Course Director for Falcon AeroLab’s Introductory Flight Training – Gliders class. PAI is honored to continue our sponsorship of Falcon AeroLab and its amazing mission as they recently had their annual Gala.
Since John was away teaching, Keith & Joyce Boyer attended the Gala appropriately held in a hangar in Colorado Springs overlooking the runway. It was a beautiful evening with the hangar doors open through the social hour during which many young students at display tables demonstrated their newfound skillsets. The event was well attended and a fun evening that saw fund-raising goals crushed by the generous donors!
In its eighth year, Falcon AeroLab has served 920 students through over 2,600 powered flights and 1,150 glider flights. Zander B, pictured with Keith, soloed with John in May 2023, described his experience as “life-changing.” Zander, who wants to be a pilot, was one of two students who shared their stories of the positive impact the programs have had on them. More than just developing pilots, Falcon AeroLab’s age-appropriate K-12 programs cover Computer-Aided Design, cybersecurity, and even building a plane! Check out their website.