Aviation Summer Camp Scholarship

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1 Aviation Summer Camp Scholarship sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 62 What is the EAA Air Academy? Each summer, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Aviation Foundation s Air Academy offers Young Eagles everywhere the chance to come to Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and learn all about aviation. The Aviation Camps provide youths ages 16 through 18 the chance to get hands-on experience in several aspects of aviation. The EAA Advanced (16 18 years) Air Academy provides an atmosphere where mature students become totally immersed in the world of flight. Ground instruction and introductory recreation flight experiences highlight this action-packed camp. It combines in-the-air and on-the-ground hands-on activities. The EAA Advanced Air Academy also includes full participation (access to forums, flight-line and all associated activities) in EAA AirVenture Oshkosh - the world s premier aviation event! EAA Air Academy Aviation Camps are supervised and administered by top-notch aviation instructors and enthusiasts who offer more than 200 years of combined Academy teaching experience. From the moment a participant arrives, the sky becomes the goal as a dynamic aviation experience unfolds and close friendships with fellow aviation enthusiasts begin. All camps are conducted at the EAA Leadership Center in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, with the residence portion of the program at the impressive Air Academy Lodge. 1

2 The Air Academy Lodge is a 56-bed facility complete with great room, kitchen, dining room, computer room, conference space, flight simulation lab and recreational facilities. The 2016 dates for the Advanced Air Academy are July 29 through August 6. For more information on the Air Academy please refer to What is EAA Chapter 62? EAA62 is one of the local chapters of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) in Santa Clara County, California. The Chapter is a non-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to the promotion and enjoyment of general aviation. We pursue this goal through a variety of educational activities and programs for custom aircraft builders and other aviation enthusiasts. EAA62 is one of the oldest EAA Chapters in the country. It was founded in 1959 and, over the years, has been home to thousands of custom builders and aviation enthusiasts. The original mission of the Chapter was to provide support to aircraft homebuilders, and that continues to be a big part of what we do. But today the Chapter also sponsors activities for flying enthusiasts of all kinds. Each year, for over a decade, EAA Chapter 62 chooses one or two exceptional youths to attend one of the EAA Air Academy Camps. Chapter 62 pays all transportation, tuition and room and board. This is a special event for young aviation enthusiasts, and Chapter 62 takes great pride in providing this opportunity. You can find more information about Chapter 62 at You can download additional copies of this form at For other questions you can send to AirAcademy@eaa62.org or contact Louise at (408)

3 Application Application for the EAA Chapter 62 Scholarship to attend the EAA Advanced Air Academy in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, from July 29 through August 6, 2016 (session 2). Parent/Guardian Information (Please Print Legibly) Name, First Last EAA Membership # (if applicable) (Family or Individual) Parent address Address City State Zip Home Phone: ( ) Work Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Applicant Information (Please Print Legibly) Name, First Last of Birth: / / Age: Male Female Address City State Zip Phone ( ) address: I have attended the following Air Academy programs: Parent/Guardian Signature Parent/Guardian Signature Participant Signature Signatures by participant/applicant and parents and/or guardians are required. All applications are subject to the selection process and maximum capacities of the program. Upon acceptance, a packet of information including Permission To Participate, Liability Waiver, Release & Indemnification, Health Form, Travel Form and other pertinent information will be sent to you. A physical exam within the 24 months prior to the camp start date is required.

4 Applicant s Scholastic Information Please list classes and grades for the last school period completed Applicant Rating Please rate yourself in each area using 1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest rating. Conduct Maturity Responsibility Emotional Stability Academic Ability Academic Achievement Perseverance Manual Dexterity Aviation Interest Aviation Experience Aviation Knowledge Applicant s Checklist All applicants must send in the following: Completed application, including required signatures. A one page essay describing your aviation experiences and interest, and your career goals (see attached guide). A minimum of 2 letters of recommendation from teachers, clergy, flight instructors, EAA members, etc. No family members, please. your completed application, essay and letters of recommendation to AirAcademy@eaa62.org. If you are unable to generate an electronic version of your application, you can mail hard-copy to EAA Chapter 62, Inc Buckingham Dr. Los Altos, CA The completed application and supporting documents must be received on or before January 11, Participants must be 16 years of age by the first day of camp (July 29, 2016). While this scholarship is open to anyone, we will give preference to candidates from the San Jose, California, and South Bay area.

5 Essay Guideline Name Aviation Experience Aviation Interest Career Goals All standard electronic formats are acceptable.