At DreamFLight Charities, we believe aviation is more than learning how to fly – it’s about building confidence, discipline, and lifelong skills. Over the past month, we’ve shared tips across our social media channels to help aspiring pilots understand what flight training really looks like, from the first discovery flight to advanced instructor ratings. This […]
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DreamFlight Charities is excited to announce the Spring 2026 meeting schedule for the OpenSkies Flight Club, a student-focused aviation program designed to introduce young people to the many pathways within the aviation and aerospace industry. This spring, OpenSkies will place a special emphasis on Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly known ad drones, and their growing
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When most people think about what keeps an airplane safe in the sky, their minds go straight to mechanical components and technology – powerful engines, sleek wings, advanced computers, and mires of wiring and sensors. But while the engineering behind modern aircraft is extraordinary, there’s another element that’s just as vital to every safe flight:
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For many students, the dream of becoming a pilot begins with a sense of wonder – watching aircraft soar overhead, visiting an airshow, or taking a discovery flight. But for most, the excitement is quickly followed by a sobering question: How can I afford flight training? It’s true – earning a pilot’s license can be
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DreamFlight’s OpenSkies Flight Club is a unique program crafted specifically for middle and high school students throughout Frankfort and surrounding communities. In addition to providing a creative venue for aspiring aviators and enthusiasts, participating students will also develop essential knowledge for use in the cockpit while also helping them better understand the endless opportunities presented
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DreamFlight Charities is excited to be launching Frankfort’s first, student-oriented flight club! The OpenSkies Flight Club has been designed to introduce students to the entirety of Kentucky’s aviation and aerospace industry, all while providing unique opportunities to learn the basics of flight and experiencing them firsthand through a variety of engaging STEM activities. While the
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While Kentucky’s aviation industry is often the unsung hero when it comes to the economic output for the state, it does offer a diverse array of collegiate programs that cater to aspiring professionals in areas such as piloting, drone operations, aerospace engineering, and aircraft maintenance. While far from exhaustive, the following programs are worthy of
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Hailing from Georgetown, Kentucky, Zach Heath is the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) engineer for the Kentucky Department of Aviation. A graduate of the University of Kentucky, Zach is also a licensed land surveyor in addition to his role with the department. We’re excited to have had the opportunity to learn more about his role and
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While serving as the Executive Director for DreamFlight Charities, Drew Underwood’s daily responsibilities also include managing Capital City Airport in Frankfort, Kentucky. While his introduction to Kentucky’s aviation industry is a little less common, we hope that this career highlight will offer some insight to yet another, often overlooked, aspect of the aviation community. Tell
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Kentucky has emerged as a pivotal player in the aerospace manufacturing industry, a fact that is little known by most within the Commonwealth. Leveraging its strategic location, skilled workforce, and supportive business environment, significant growth has come to the localized interpretation of this industry. Our hope is to help highlight the substantial investments made to
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