5th Anniversary Award Recipients
The following student pilots were recognized for their leadership, dedication, positive attitude, and contributions to the soaring community. They each received scholarship funds to be used toward furthering their aviation goals.
- Kieran Shipp - "Be like Kelly & Tim" Spirit Award ($250)
- Anastasia Mitsky - "Be like Kelly & Tim" Spirit Award ($250)
- Fox Gossett - Paul Woolery Spirit Award ($500)
- Ethan Ready - Joe Deem Memorial Award ($500)
- Audrey Hallyburton - Joe Deem Memorial Award ($500)
- Jonathan Hart - The WWBD Ben Davidson Memorial Award ($1,000)
Tow Pilot Awards
Gliders need tows, and we have a dedicated team of tow pilots contributing to our operations. At the awards ceremony, Ty Sibley recognized two pilots in particular.
- Joe Wampler - 911 Tow Pilot Award
"because he is always available for short notice tows and steps up when other tow pilots can't." - Rick Kemper - Top Gun Tow Pilot Award
"for having the most tows out of anyone in the tow pilot cadre."