THE BRAINERD CHAPTER 1610 AVIATION CAREERS SCHOLARSHIP
After reviewing each candidate’s resume, the selection committee awarded $2000 to each of the following scholarship recipients.
CARISSA PETERSON: Carissa is currently attending the Christian Polytechnic LeTourneau University in Longview, Texas. She enrolled in the degree program pursuing a major that combines flight training and aircraft maintenance. Upon graduation in May 2026, she will be qualified as a pilot and receive an A&P license.
KAITLYN MIDDELSTADT: Kaitlyn is a recent graduate from Nisswa High School. She has been accepted into North Dakota State University where her studies will be focused towards a degree in Aviation/Business Aviation and leadership skills. “I have volunteered for the past 7 years at the EAA airshow and it truly has been a highlight of my past summers. I love being in the air, the feeling of flying is like no other.”
KATELYNN STOUT: Katelynn is also a 2024 graduate of Nisswa High School. She has been accepted into the Northland Community and Technical College in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, and is enrolled in their Aviation Maintenance Technology Program. After receiving her diploma, Katelynn will be qualified to become an A&P Mechanic.
CONGRATULATIONS to each of you, from all the members of the Brainerd Lakes Area EAA Chapter 1610.