VOLABAMUS VOLAMUS | December 2021
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Tomorrow's Military Aviators
The latest on our educational programs.
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Announcements
Updates on how to get involved.
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Daedalian News
Important information on the organization.
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Flightline Frontline
Check out our member and flight activities.
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TOMORROW'S MILITARY AVIATORS
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Matching Scholarships
The Daedalian Foundation matches up to $2,000 in Flight scholarship awards, and then adds another $1,000, allowing each Flight to receive up to $3,000. When a flight awards multiple scholarships, the Foundation's matching, up to $3,000, is done in accordance with flight instructions.
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Midshipman Camille Lanese, NROTC
Harold L. George Flight 7 Matching Scholarship
Flight $2,000. Foundation $2,000.
Junior – University of California, Los Angeles
Major – Applied Linguistics and Russian Studies
Battalion Commander of the UCLA NROTC unit. She completed the six-week Marine OCS program for NROTC cadets. Is taking the UCLA Russian Flagship language program and will be commissioned as a Marine in June 2023.
Career goal: “I do not have past experiences in aerospace activities. I was only in a T-34 and a helicopter for an ROTC training, where I decided that I wanted to pursue a career in aviation. In this field I hope to fly the UH-1Y Venom for the Marine Corps. I'm particularly interested in the increase anti-submarine warfare assistance that Venoms are providing. I want stay in the Marine Corps for at least 10 years and hopefully continue to fly whenever, if ever, I get out of the Marine Corps.”
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Cadet Gwendolyn Rychlik, AFROTC
Harold L. George Flight 7 Matching Scholarship
Flight $1,000. Foundation $1,000.
Junior – University of Colorado, Boulder
Major – Pharmaceutical Science
Civil Air Patrol cadet. An AFROTC cadet at UCLA. Completed field training, has her private pilot license, and has obtained 130 hours of single-engine land aircraft. Ranked #7/17 in her class. Currently serves as a General Military Cadet Flight Commander. She will graduate and commission in June 2023.
Career Goal: "My ultimate career goal is to become a fighter pilot in the Air Force through the ENJJPT program. My love for flying began early on, driving me to obtain my PPL in 2020 and continue this passion as I work towards my IFR. Furthermore, I plan to increase my knowledge set and obtain my CFII to eventually become a civilian instructor. In that role, I want to introduce the love of flying to others, specifically Airmen and underserved communities, as everyone should have access to these opportunities, and I look forward to being part of that work.”
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Cadet Blake Harbison
Palmetto Flight 70 Matching Scholarship
Flight $1,000. Foundation $1,000.
Senior – University of South Carolina
Major – Criminal Justice
Student Pilot 110 flying hours. President's List, Dean's List
Squadron 1 Commander, FTP Flight Commander, Group Leadership Project Officer
Career Goal: Blake intends to attend UPT at Columbus AFB in Mississippi upon graduating. He then hopes to fly C-17's for the foreseeable future.
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Cadet Bradley Hunt
Palmetto Flight 70 Matching Scholarship
Flight $1,000. Foundation $1,000.
Senior – University of South Carolina
Major – Political Science with a focus in International Studies
Brother of the fraternity Sigma Phi Epsilon and its previous Vice President of Recruitment. His sophomore year he won Cadet of the Year for his class within AFROTC despite the beginning of COVID-19. He won the Warrior Spirit Award for Golf Flight at Maxwell AFB Field Training 2020 Encampment Bravo. Current Flight Commander and Deputy Inspector General.
Career Goal: Hunt received and accepted a rated slot as a Combat Systems Officer this summer and will be stationed in Pensacola after his graduation in May of 2022. He aspires and works towards tracking as a Weapons Systems Officer onboard an F-15 Strike Eagle. In his time in the Air Force he hopes for deployments around the world to serve both his nation as well as defend those who cannot defend themselves.
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Cadet Mathis Dean, AFROTC
Palmetto Flight 70 Matching Scholarship
Flight $1,000. Foundation $1,000.
Senior – University of South Carolina
Major – Finance and Risk Management/Insurance with a minor in Aerospace Studies
Eagle Scout. Distinguished Graduate (AFROTC Field Training), and Cadet of the Year. He has worked as a Financial Operations Intern for the Secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management at the Pentagon and is the Wing Commander for the AFROTC 775th Cadet Wing. On-campus he is involved in Alpha Kappa Psi professional business fraternity, Arnold Air Society, an Intramural Sports Supervisor, Carolina Finance Association, and Student Alumni Board. Student pilot with 41 flying hours
Career Goal: Mathis is dedicated to becoming a pilot in the United States Air Force. This past summer, he received a pilot slot and will be heading to pilot training upon graduation. He has taken numerous steps to prepare for undergraduate pilot training including, earning scholarships to pay for 41 flight hours, conducting informational interviews with AF aviators, and completing internship programs in the Operational Air Force.
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Midshipman Christopher Salcido, NROTC
Inland Empire Flight 41 Matching Scholarship
Flight $1,000. Foundation $1,000.
5th Year Senior – University of Idaho
Major – Mechanical Engineering
Student pilot with 40 flying hours. Received Midshipman Instructor Award, Air Force Association Outstanding Cadet of the year in CAP. Current Cadet duty as Battalion Commander. Volunteer for Toys for Tots, Veterans Day Ceremonies, POW/MIA Ceremonies.
Cadet duties: Academics Officer
Career Goal: “I have been selected to be a student Naval Aviator after commissioning from NROTC. I aspire to graduate flight school at the top of my class and fulfill my life’s goal of flying jets, but I will graciously fly anything the Navy selects for me. I hope to develop myself into a valuable Naval Officer and serve my country in a full military career through the next great power competition.”
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We're proud to highlight these scholarship recipients who are pursuing careers
as military aviators. If you would like to offer them career advice or words of encouragement,
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Enjoy reading? Want to contribute to our organization? Help us preserve aviation heritage, promote airpower, and support the future of military aviation today.
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Introducing the Odyssey Network
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As we approach 2022, we are relaunching our virtual flight as the Odyssey Network. This includes much more than just a virtual meeting. If you are unable to participate in a local flight and want to stay connected to other Daedalians, the network provides that opportunity. If you are looking for a great way to stay connected using a remote option, the Odyssey network is for you.
The new name reflects our goal to enhance the experience through content and engagement that is professionally relevant. There are three core components to the network:
- A monthly virtual speaker series will provide engaging, professionally relevant briefings.
- An exclusive online chatroom for two-way communication, community learning, and mentorship with Daedalian peers.
- Structured, objective-driven networking events held quarterly to provide a virtual space for camaraderie, exchanging lessons learned, and expanding your network of contacts.
Please let HQ know if you would like to participate by clicking the "Join Odyssey Network" button below. If you are already signed up with the virtual flight, you will automatically get the new features.
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Getting Involved in Your Community this Holiday Season?
We always love to see what our members are doing in their communities, especially during this time of year. Ringing the Salvation Army bell? Serving food at a local shelter? Donating your time or items to those in need? Share with us at communications@daedalians.org.
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National Headquarters has recently released our new Member Portal. In the portal, members can update their contact and duty information, check their dues status, upload documents they want HQ to have and view our Daedalian history books.
We are rolling the portal out by state, so members who live in a state that starts with "C-F" or in the Washington, D.C. area and want access, please email info@daedalians.org or membership@daedalians.org with your request. We will be adding more access in the next couple of months.
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Vote for Daedalian Leadership
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Annual ballots have been mailed out by Headquarters. Please vote to approve for Order of Daedalians Board of Directors via your mailed ballot or online here.
There are three openings on the Board of Directors. On the ballot to be voted on as new Board Members include:
- Lt. Gen. Chris Nowland, USAF (Ret)
- Lt. Gen. Doug Owens, USAF (Ret)
- Lt. Col. Olga Custodio, USAFR (Ret)
*Order of Daedalians Bylaw 6.4 (b) was changed in 2020 to have the National Elected Officers who were on the 2020 ballot serve for a two-year term. The bylaw reads, “Unless terminated by death, resignation or removal, elected officers as stipulated above (list of officer positions), shall serve for two years or until their respective successors are elected or appointed and qualified.”
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There is also an opportunity to vote in support of confirming Miss Wally Funk as an honorary member of the Daedalians. Her full bio can be viewed here.
Please consider supporting the Foundation with an end-of-year donation and be sure to renew membership for 2022, if you haven't already done so and are a Dues Paying Member.
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Website Redesign Underway
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Daedalian staff members have begun the process of redesigning our website with a launch date of Summer 2022. We are working to create a modern website that is easily accessible from desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone.
Our member's experience on the site remains a large driving force in the decisions we are making. If you have any comments about our current website or things you wish to see on the new website, please email communications@daedalians.org.
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Daedalian Headquarters will close at noon Thursday, December 23, and reopen at 8 a.m. Monday, January 3, for the holiday season.
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We now accept cryptocurrency!
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As technology continues to evolve, Headquarters works to embrace the changes. We are happy to announce we now accept Bitcoin and other crypto payments. Interested in donating - click here.
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Come see us in 2022!
Mark your calendar for the annual membership meeting in the greater San Antonio, Texas, on Friday, April 8, 2022. (Exact location to be determined.) There will be a member reception at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 7, at National Headquarters, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas..
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Dues to Increase Next Year
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Annual dues for 2022 are rising to $70 due to increasing costs of production, mailings, and software. Please know that we will continue to send out our hard copy magazines, paper dues reminders, and work to make our communications tools like the Airpower blog and Aviator newsletter even better. We are working towards an engaged membership and connection to other aviation agencies, and hope we will continue to have your support as we advocate for military airpower.
Life membership will stay at its current rates below:
Age
<30-40 — $1,300
41-55 — $1,200
56-70 — $1,000
71-75 — $750
76+ — $500
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As part of New Member November, we welcomed 25 members last month. A huge thank you to everyone who participated!
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Flight 48 Celebrates DFT Student
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Harley H Pope Flight 48 presented Cadet Nathan Auman his solo jacket and Daedalian coin in front of his AFJROTC classmates earlier this year.
Auman soloed on Sept. 11 at the Moore County Airport after 16 hrs. of training.
His jacket was presented by the flight's DFT Program Manager Lt. Col. Steve Borden and Flight Captain Col. Joe Fitzpatrick.
This is the flight's ninth Daedalian Flying Training student.
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Look Good While Supporting Future Aviators
Show others how proud you are to be a Daedalian by donning this cotton/polyester mesh trucker hat. The adjustable snapback provides an easy fit for everyone. Purchase one for $38 through our store here. All proceeds go directly to our Daedalian Flying Training Program.
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