Chapter 1252 events are held at Discover Aviation Center
Lorain County Regional Airport (KLPR) 44050 Russia Road, Elyria, Ohio
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Air Academy 2027
Applications for next summer's EAA Air Academy are now open for students who will be ages 14 through 17 during the camp.
EAA Chapter 1252 is offering a scholarship for a deserving local youth interested in aviation to attend the camp in Oshkosh, WI.
The scholarship covers the full cost of the camp, including the deposit.
Please note that the recipient is responsible for their own transportation to and from Oshkosh.
Requirements:
- Ages 14 to 17 during the dates of the camp
- Reside within a 50-mile radius of Columbia Airport
- Complete the attached application form
- Confirm available transportation to and from Oshkosh, WI
- Agree to attend a Chapter 1252 meeting following the camp to give a brief presentation about their experience
Please see the attached application form for additional details. Applications are due by October 30, 2026.
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2027 EAA Air Academy Scholarship Application
The applicant must complete this Application.
The applicant confirms that he/she will have transportation to/from Oshkosh, WI.
Indicate the camp and date(s) you would like to attend below. Include ALL SESSIONS you can attend.
Discover Camp:
__Session 1 (Ages 14-15): June 12 - 17, 2027 - Saturday, June 12, 2027 12:00 PM - Thursday, June 17, 2027 12:00 PM
__Session 2 (Ages 16-17): June 20 - 25, 2027 - Sunday, June 20, 2027 12:00 PM - Friday, June 25, 2027 12:00 PM
Explore Camp (AirVenture 2027 is July 26 – August 1):
__Session 1 (Ages 14-15): June 28- July 3, 2027 - Monday, June 28, 2027 12:00PM - Saturday, July 03, 2027 12:00PM
__Session 2 (Ages 14-15): July 12 - 17, 2027 - Monday, July 12, 2027 12:00 PM - Saturday, July 17, 2027 12:00 PM
__Session 3 (Ages 16-17): July 20-28, 2027 - Tuesday, July 20, 2027 12:00 PM - Wednesday, July 28, 2027 12:00 PM
__Session 4 (Ages 16-17): July 30 – Aug. 7, 2027-Friday,July 30, 2027 12:00PM-Saturday, August 07, 2027 12:00PM
Personal Information (Please Print):
Name __________________________________________________ Age ______ Birthday ______________
Address ____________________________________________________________________
City, State, ZIP __________________________ State_____________ Zip________________
Mother’s Name ___________________________ Father’s Name __________________________________
Home Phone _________________________ E-Mail ____________________________________________
Name of School You Attend ________________________________________________________________
Hobbies and Activities _____________________________________________________________________
On a separate sheet, describe your thoughts on aviation and why you would like to attend the EAA Air Academy.
List the names and contact information of two individuals unrelated to you as references.
Please submit your application by returning it to: Mike McCoy, Chapter 1252 Young Eagles Coordinator
665 Ridge Rd.
Hinckley, Ohio 44233
440-915-8691 mikemccoy100@hotmail.com
Applicant’s Signature ________________________________________ Date _______________________
Parent’s Signature __________________________________________ Date _______________________
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 30, 2026
All applicants will be notified in November 2026 as to the awarding of the Scholarship.
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Discover Aviation Airplane & Car Show
July 10, 2027
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