Rachael BugellaAlas! After being so incredibly busy in the pit orchestra for the Newsies within the past month or so, I have finally found and taken some pictures showing off my new favorite shirt! So proud to be in the FMA!
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Visit to the National Museum of the USAF
Parker LosureI had a great weekend making the trip up to Dayton to the National Museum of the USAF. Had to close down the place. Got to speak to a SR-71 pilot and a Veteran who flew an F105 in Vietnam (Jim Verstreate) who actually piloted the plane on display. What a neat guy to talk with and I learned a lot from him. He actually had to eject in a different F105 after a complete electrical issue on his plane. I have been there a few times and never had enough time there. It always leaves me wanting more. Thank you so much for the welcome package FMA! I… Read More
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Scott’s in Omaha
(update 5/6/2022: Scott is now a commercial pilot.) Scott Lutte, 2019 FMA Solo recipient, headed to Omaha, Nebraska shortly after graduating high school in South Texas. His journey has been exciting and filled with successes, one after another, tied to goals and a determination to achieve. This recent article that Scott penned for AviNation will give you a good glimpse into his life as a flying musician. Click here or the article image to read.
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Go Boilermakers!
Jorge HernandezHope this post finds you all well! This weekend, my mom and I drove 18 hours from Miami, Florida to Lafayette, Indiana where Purdue University is at. Initially, I thought applying to colleges would be the most difficult part of senior year, but after receiving several rejections and acceptances, I realized that CHOOSING where I would attend has been the most stressful part so far. I spent several longs weeks of researching and paying close attention to the opinions of others. After going on their college tour today however, I finalized my decision of choosing Purdue University. Purdue is the #6 best university for Aerospace Engineering in the US… Read More
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University, Flying, ROTC, & Other Adventures
Jake Myers, 2020 FMA Solo scholarship recipient, has a huge update. Stories like his are the best part of assisting others. With his first semester completed at Penn State University, Jake made the best of his reunion with family. “While home over Christmas, I finally got the opportunity to take my family flying. It was a dream come true, and a super cool thing to be able to do.” There is no doubt Jake’s family are very proud of his accomplishments. His FMA family is too. Many of us look forward to catching up on the latest news from Jake regarding his aviation and music journey as well as his… Read More
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NEW IFR Pilot
2020 FMA Solo recipient, Jacob Burdette, passes with flying colors. Now on to the commercial. Jacob meets an astronaut who went to college to major in Music. And, Jacob’s musical journey with the Kent State Marching Band found him in the Idaho Potato Bowl surrounded by cowboys. “Since my last update, I have been very busy for me between flying, work, school, and music. All of the hard work and time spent on everything has finally paid off and left me with some awesome memories.” Can you guess the astronaut? Read the whole riveting account along with pictures at FMAsolo.org. SUPPORT THE FMA SOLO PROGRAM
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Discovery flight
Jovie WebbekingHi everyone! I wanted to share that about a week ago I went on my Discovery flight. I had been thinking about doing this for over a month, and I finally sent things into motion. I had been looking forward to it– very excited, and a little nervous. I tried to mentally prepare myself, but I found that you cannot prepare yourself for the whole experience. I was lucky enough to fly up at a time to see this sunset, it was beautiful. There’s not a real way to describe it. Up there, it feels serene, because everything going on below feels so far away and insignificant. That day,… Read More
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