Monthly Update - February 2021 |
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Hello Everyone!
It’s a wonderful day to “Rise Above!”
Though the middle of winter doesn’t seem to be the right time to be talking about planting seeds, much less reaping the harvest, that’s exactly what we emphasize this month. We would like to share some stories from those who have directly benefited from the MHF program and those who have supported our efforts.
We view every story from a different perspective, but each point to one conclusion. When you devote energy into the goals and futures of others, those “investments” will offer big dividends.
Blue Skies & Tailwinds,
The Mile High Flight “Crew”
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Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder Video
The University of Colorado Boulder Ann and H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences is located in Boulder, Colorado on one of the most beautiful college campuses in the world. Boulder has one of the highest per-capita concentrations of highly educated workers and high-tech companies to be found anywhere. It's a great place to study, to work, and to live.
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2/06/21 - CU Aerospace Engineering Sciences
3/13/21 - Metropolitan State University
4/10/21 - United Airlines Flight Training Center
5/08/21 - Powered Flight Orientation (TBD)
6/05/21 - Glider Orientation (TBD)
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MHF graduate, now Certified Flight Instructor Kamia Bradley, found herself challenged by the final training expenses to complete her instructor’s qualification. She reached out to Denver TAI Chapter President Colonel Mark Dickerson for help. Col. Dickerson contacted board and chapter members and secured $2,500 to help Kamia complete her certification. This life changing support will no doubt strengthen her future. Kamia wrote:
“Hello Colonel Dickerson,
I just wanted to send you an email describing how grateful I am to this Tuskegee Airmen chapter. I have attached pictures that I took in the summer of 2016 at the annual Tuskegee Airmen dinner. It's moments like these that I often think about to remind myself how integral this chapter has been in my aviation career. The Mile High Flight Program has been with me every step of the way. It's amazing how someone like me is able to achieve her wildest dreams simply because I have a team of people willing to believe in me.
Thank you so much for the flight training scholarship that helped me complete my CFI. I would not have been able to finish training without it. Words can't explain how grateful I am, and how much your generosity means to me. 2020 was one of the hardest years of my life, but you all helped me in my time of need.
I hope you have a great start to this new year.
Thank you again,
Kamia”
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MHF graduate Xavier Texidor will graduate this spring from Metropolitan State University. With a GPA over 3.0, he will complete his degree in Advanced Manufacturing Systems, with an emphasis in Aerospace. We are happy to report that he was recently selected, from a nationwide pool, to work for Lockheed Martin’s Space Division as a Manufacturing Planner! His “Be Ready to Go, Never Quit, Expect to Win” attitude is truly inspiring. Xavier writes:
“Good afternoon,
First of all, I wanted to not only thank you all for the $500 scholarship I received a few days ago, but also, I would like to thank you all for the support I was given all these years. The examples and advice you have all given me really did help set a strong foundation as I moved forward in life, and I will be forever grateful. As I move into my final semester, I will be continuing to work at the level expected of me and finish on a strong note.
Thanks again,
Xavier”
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We were deeply touched by the letter we received from Mile High Flight friend and longtime supporter, Mr. Stan Scott. Stan’s personal story of the incalculable power of “planting seeds of success” then reaping the harvest, is a wonderful encouragement to us all. We work hard to pay it forward for the next generation. Stan writes:
“Thank you for the kind mention in your (previous) newsletter. I am thrilled with the success of any of your graduates but given what we have seen in our country over the past several years, it is especially gratifying to me to see an African American female graduate at the top of her class from Embry-Riddle.
Back in the 1970’s, I was nineteen and working the line at a small airport, KOJC. I had quit college after my first year and it was an uncertain time in my life. There was an African American physician who flew a Bonanza out of our airport. He was very kind and encouraged me on several occasions to go back to college. He didn’t know me at all, but simply took an interest when I fueled his aircraft. And that made the difference.
Over time, I forgot his name, but I always remembered him. I figured he must have had something to do with the Tuskegee Airmen, because as far as I knew, he was the only black pilot in the entire world. Through the power of the internet, I believe I found him. I don’t think he was an original Tuskegee Airman, but he was involved in the organization. So, Dr. Johnson is the gentleman you can thank for my support.
Regards, Stan”
We all stand on the shoulders of those who came before. What a blessing, privilege, and obligation, to also offer the next generation our shoulders on which to stand.
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