Alan D Fuller Memorial Flying Scholarship INC

06/14/2026

As you know we’re hosting an event July 18, 2026 10am-2pm where pilots will judge the cars, and classic car aficionados will judge the planes. Our event will feature categories such as oldest plane and car, newest plane and car, most aesthetically pleasing plane and car, and the least visually appealing plane and car. Do you have an awesome looking bike or a less appealing bike? Is your bike older than dirt? How long was your flight here? We even have an award for the farthest flown to attend. If you know someone who pilots an unconventional aircraft, we'd love for them to join us. Lots of awards to hand out for planes, cars and bikes plus take a flight with Great Lakes Flight Center or take a super cool flight in Whiskey 7.
Plane/Flying clubs that are specific to the airplanes your group flies (Cessna, Vans Aircraft, Mooney, Piper J-3, etc) we have awards for you as well. Let’s see how many can show up at the event. The club with the most attending will receive an award.

05/29/2026

This year's scholarship recipient is Finn Johnson, a local young individual with a strong enthusiasm for aviation. His career aspirations include becoming an airline pilot, potentially flying passengers to their upcoming destinations. Please extend a warm welcome to Finn if you encounter him in the community. Additionally, he will be receiving one of the recently donated headsets.

05/29/2026

What could be more patriotic than taking a ride on an actual DDay plane for America’s 250th anniversary??? Whiskey 7 rides available thru the QR code or click this link
https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/nationalwarplanemuseum/items/726226/calendar/2026/07/?fbclid=IwVERDUASGbkdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe-vUfgITy_Je5cmpL7-2xpjLMRXg6zowkpTPg04Ex3jesKv_7BOqcZdSTst0_aem_YWdncwBZYTdfk-H4x8zYmLevbCeB

05/04/2026

I had some Corsair planes cut at work today. A local powder coating shop has graciously said they would powder coat them for free. 😊
They’ll be up for raffle during the fly-in July 18. They are 20 inches long by 7 inches in height.
*Originally the Corsairs had 3 blade propellers but later changed to a 4 blade propeller in later models.*

04/28/2026

Come for food, planes and classic cars July 18, 2026 10am-2pm…
Special appearance National Warplane Museum, Geneseo NY with DDay aircraft Whiskey 7. Click on the QR Code to schedule a ride on Whiskey 7. There are discovery flights available with Great Lakes Flight Center 1-716-906-8119
Pilots please RSVP Centric Aviation 1-716-201-1297

04/26/2026

04/16/2026

There are just a few matters to finalize, and we're looking forward to what promises to be a fun-filled day. Are you a classic car owner? We're hosting an event where pilots will judge the cars, and classic car aficionados will judge the planes. Our competition will feature categories such as oldest plane and car, newest plane and car, most aesthetically pleasing plane and car, and the least visually appealing plane and car. How long was your flight here? We even have an award for the farthest flown to attend. If you know someone who pilots an unconventional aircraft, we'd love for them to join us. Lots of awards to hand out for planes and cars plus take a flight with Great Lakes Flight Center or take a super cool flight in Whiskey 7.
Plane/Flying clubs that are specific to the airplanes your group flies (Cessna, Vans Aircraft, Mooney, Piper J-3, etc) we have awards for you as well. Let’s see how many can show up at the event. The club with the most attending will receive an award.

03/26/2026

All the info you need for applying is found here…if you have any questions, feel free to comment or message us.

ALAN D FULLER MEMORIAL FLYING SCHOLARSHIP 2026

This scholarship is for obtaining your PPL or upgrading your current rating with Great Lakes Flight Center located at the Chautauqua County Jamestown Airport. This is a scholarship in the memory of Alan D Fuller who lost his life in a plane crash on November 1, 2020. He was a generous man who loved to fly, did various mission trips and helped with my dog rescue. We hope you will continue to fly in his honor and we look forward to the day when you are enjoying the views from above. Flying was Alan's passion... we hope it becomes yours as well.

The deadline for applications will be May 1, 2026. Please mail your completed application to Alan D Fuller Memorial Flying Scholarship 146 Random Rd Corry PA 16407. You may also leave your application at the Jamestown airport with Great Lakes Flight Center. The scholarship will be awarded on Date TBD at the Chautauqua County Jamestown Airport.
The scholarship is open to ages 16 and above. The recipient will not be receiving the actual cash. There will be a credit with Great Lakes Flight Center for the amount of the scholarship. You cannot apply for this scholarship if your PPL or any other FAA license has been denied or suspended. This scholarship does not cover the entire cost for a Private Pilot License. Learning to fly requires a financial commitment and determination. Please answer the questions honestly.

-applications must include copies of all aviation and medical certificates and the last three pages of your pilot logbook and flight hours, if applicable
- two (one-page) recommendation letters
• any involvement with aviation activities ( Pilots and Paws, Angel Flight East, CAP, etc.)

1. What motivated you to pursue becoming a pilot?
"What are your long term goals in the aviation field?
3. Where are you at in current training?
4. Why should you be awarded this scholarship?

03/26/2026

I’d like to take this time to publicly thank Dave Ward for his recent donation of several David Clark Headsets.
Your generous contribution will directly support our scholarship recipients as they pursue their dreams of a career in aviation.
Thank you so very much for your donation.

03/23/2026

If anyone is interested in volunteering for a fly in this summer, please comment here or send us a message. We’re also looking for baskets to raffle off, door prizes, ticket sellers, and other needed help. Please stay tuned for updated information as it becomes available.