EAA Chapter 838 in Racine, Wisconsin, is excited to announce several significant achievements and events marking a vibrant period for the chapter.
The chapter has proudly welcomed its 500th member, a testament to its growing influence and community engagement in the field of aviation.
In recent milestones, the chapter celebrates the accomplishments of two new private pilots. Nick Peterson, who completed his private pilot training on August 3, 2024, accumulated 44.8 hours of flight time to achieve his certificate. Jenesis Quiads Manuel (JQ), from northern Illinois, obtained his private pilot certificate on June 15, 2024, and is now advancing his aviation education at Parkland College’s Institute of Aviation in Champaign, Illinois.
Additionally, Josiah Hutchinson of Racine has been awarded a prestigious full-scholarship opportunity for flight training through the EAA Ray Aviation Scholarship program. This scholarship, provided by the Ray Foundation, offers up to $11,000 and aims to enhance flight training success rates. Since its inception in 2019, the program has enabled more than 350 young individuals to earn their pilot certificates, consistently surpassing its 80-percent success rate goal.
EAA Chapter 838 plays a crucial role in the Ray Aviation Scholarship program by identifying and mentoring youth candidates. The chapter, one of 900 local EAA chapters globally, holds regular meetings at Batten Airport in Racine on the third Thursday of each month. More information about EAA Chapter 838 can be found at EAA838.org.