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| FLIGHT CLUB 502
July 2026 # Donor Newsletter
Thank you for your generous support and belief in our mission over the years. Whether you gave recently or supported Flight Club 502 in the past, your generosity has helped us create meaningful opportunities and life-changing experiences for the youth we serve. As this is our very first donor newsletter, we wanted to take a moment to thank every donor who has been part of our journey along the way. Because of supporters like you, we have been able to accomplish so much, and we are incredibly grateful to have you as part of the Flight Club 502 family.
Table of Contents Click to jump to a section
01 · Member Achievements
02 · Shawnee Share
03 · Hangar Happenings
04 · Pathways Corner
05 · Fleet Updates
06 · Thunder Eve Event
07 · Upcoming Events
01 / Member Achievements ## By the Numbers Jan 1 - June 30, 2026
Eli Lawrence is a commercial pilot. | Daniel Bianco completed his 1st solo.
Other Member Accomplishments
10 Private Pilot Licenses
19 Solo
2 Commercial Licenses
1 Certified Flight Instructor
2 Instrument
Learn More
02 / Shawnee Share ## A Proud First Year As the school year wraps up, we want to congratulate the Academy at Shawnee Aviation Program students on an incredible first year learning at Flight Club 502. This was our first year as part of this partnership, and we have truly loved getting to know all 13 of them. We are so proud to celebrate their hard work and accomplishments this year!
13 Passed FAA Written Exam
2 Student Solos
5 Drone Licenses
2 Co-oping in Maintenance
13 Completed Job Readiness Program
Learn about our Shawnee partnership →
03 / Hangar Happenings ## A Carbon Cub Update
Our Carbon Cub build continues to make great progress under the our dedicated volunteers, Larry Mooney, Peter Brondum, and Bo Lowrey. So far, 70 students have gained hands-on aircraft construction experience.
04 / Pathways Corner ## Pathways Corner The Pathways to Progress Program is designed to break down barriers to flying. Pathway students to earn flight credit through volunteer work, including cleaning, organization, and assisting mechanics. In exchange for their time and effort, students gain flight credits.
| - Elliott Dalle is a 17 year Pathways student who recently achieved his private pilot license. To date he has over 130 hours under his belt! Click here to read his full story.
| - Kyan Wright is both President of the Youth Officers and a Pathways student. He credits the Pathways program not only with giving him access to the sky, but with helping shape him into the leader he always aspired to become. Click here to read his full story.
| - For Ky'rik Davis Pathways to Progress was the bridge between wanting to fly and actually doing it. Without it, flight training likely would have remained out of reach. Click here to read his full story.
05 / Fleet Updates ## Cleared for Takeoff This past month saw two new planes join the fleet - a brand-new Cessna 172 (Elmo) and a new DA-20 (Colonel)!
Cessna 172 ELMO
DA-20 COLONEL
06 / Thunder Eve Event ## Thunder Eve Event
576 Attendees
On April 17th, we welcomed 576 attendees to our Thunder Eve Event for an evening of community, food, and fun. Thank you for helping make it unforgettable!
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07 / Upcoming Events ## Events A look ahead at what is coming up for Flight Club.
August 10 JCPS Returns - We welcome back our Shawnee students at Flight Club 502.
August 21 Paint & Sip Party - Paint a Flight Club 502 canvas tote bag and enjoy wine with us. All donors get free entry!
September 4 Movie Night - Join us on the front lawn for a movie & refreshments!
View our full calendar →
From all of us at FC502 ## Thank you Thank you for all the support you have granted over the years. Without your continued commitment, the achievement of our mission would not be possible. ✈ Click Here to Make a Donation Your generosity helps inspire, educate, and prepare the next generation of aviation professionals. You help dreams take flight with your support at Flight Club 502. Email: info@flightclub502.org Address: 2911 Taylorsville Road, Louisville, KY 40205 Phone: 502.208.6809
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