Monthly Update - September 2021
"Most people only dream of what pilots have seen." Anonymous
Hello All,

The verdict is in. 2021 was officially one of the most impactful years in the history of MHF.

  • Marissa Coney soloed through our “Phase 2” program
  • Four MHF students soloed through the Air Force Aim High Flight Academy
  • Former MHF student Traye Jackson will begin training with Red Tail Flight Academy
  • Implemented our first 12-week ground school for students
  • Executed a successful virtual MHF program

We are starting to recruit interested students for the 2021 - 2022 MHF program. Our kick-off meeting will be held on Saturday, October 23rd at the Wings Over the Rockies Museum. Although we will be conducting some school visits, we would appreciate your help in identifying students. If you know someone who might be interested, please have them apply on our website.

Never Quit...Expect to Win!
The MHF “Crew”
Aim High Flight Academy Update

Dylan Romine, Hakeem Khaleel, Pelle Krabbenhoeft, and Apsan Bishwokarma represented the MHF well at the Air Force’s Aim High Flight Academy. This all-expenses-paid, three-week encampment enabled these students to earn their wings and solo! We could not be more proud of these four students. Congratulations!
Red Tail Flight Academy

Former MHF solo student Traye Jackson will depart for New York this week to commence his training with the Red Tail Flight Academy. During this rigorous, 9 month all-expenses-paid flight program, Traye will earn his Commercial Pilot’s License and be well on his way to achieve his dreams of becoming a professional pilot. Traye was selected as one of only 6 students nation-wide, as the initial cadre for this groundbreaking, life changing program.

With the enthusiastic approval of the chapter’s Board of Directors, the Mile High Flight program provided Traye with a brand-new iPad Pro and a David Clark headset that he’ll use during his training. We look forward to keeping you updated on his progress. The picture below shows Captain Searuggs, Captain Frazier, and Captain Mosley celebrating with Traye Jackson and his uncle, Kevin.
On the Move!
We just received a great update from Phase 2 solo flight student Tai'lyn Green. She writes:

Hi MHF Crew,

I know it's been a while since the last time we spoke, so I thought it would be a good time to check in with you and give you an update. I am about to begin my second year at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY. I'm naturally majoring in Aerospace Engineering like so many of the people who inspired me and mentored me up to this point. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, I was able to be on campus and attend some in person classes during my first year at college. I remembered the six pillars of the Mile High Flight Program and did not let these things deter my success. I finished last semester with a 3.72 GPA and I even took a Physics II class this summer to get ahead on my future courses. I am excited to be returning to New York soon and I know I will have another great year.

I would love to return and help out with the program in any way I can when I am in town. I am very grateful for all of the opportunities that I received thanks to you and the MHFP and I want to give back when I can.

Best Wishes,
Tai'lyn Green
Making Dreams a Reality

We are thrilled to announce that Mile High Flight student Ben Taylor has decided to apply to the United States Air Force Academy. He’s asked us to write a letter of recommendation and we’re excited to continue to support him on his journey of becoming an Air Force pilot.
Flying High through Financial Contributions

  • The Mile High Flight program continues to showcase the successes of our students and the community continues to respond with its strong support. Our very own Mark and Phyliss Dickerson recently contributed $2,500 to MHF. We are eternally grateful and humbled by their personal support and that of many other members of our chapter. We promise to continue to invest your dollars wisely in our most valuable resources, who we’re confident will continue to produce great returns.  

  • Anonymous supporters stepped forward to purchase a flight instruction application for recent Phase 2 Solo Flight student Marissa Coney. The “ForeFlight” application will be a valuable tool that will greatly assist in her flight training at CNCC. But their generosity didn’t stop there. They’ve also agreed to cover the cost of Kamia Bradley’s upcoming CFII evaluation, valued at approximately $1,200! Though they wish to remain unnamed, we thank them again for their continued support.
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