EAA
Chapter 952
The Verde Valley Leader in Sport Aviation
Serving the Verde Valley and Sedona
How We Serve the Verde Valley
Come See Us
Chapter Meeting
First Tuesday of the Month
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Social -- 6 to 6:30PM
- Gathering -- 6:30 to 8PM
- Young Eagles -
Kids Fly For Free
Launched in 1992, the Young Eagles program has dedicated more than 25 years to giving youth ages 8–17 their first free ride in an airplane.
It’s the only program of its kind, with the sole mission to introduce and inspire kids in the world of aviation.
Today, more than 2 million young people have enjoyed a free introductory flight through the Young Eagles program. These flights are made possible through the generosity of EAA member volunteers.
Join us in offering each child, tween and teen the opportunity to experience the Spirit of Aviation by becoming a Young Eagles volunteer today!
Next Young Eagle Rally - October 14, 2023
Registration Info around October 7, 2023
Is it really free?
What should my kids wear?
Should my kids eat breakfast before the flight?
What time should we show up for our scheduled flight?
Do I have to register or can I just show up and get my kid on a flight?
Can my kids take pictures during the flight?
Can I go run errands while my kids are flying?
Can I watch my kid’s flight?
How long will the flight last?
What if I have other questions?
2020 Ray Scholarship Winner
Wylie Howe & Private Pilot
Wylie Howe of Camp Verde, Arizona has received a unique full-scholarship opportunity for flight training, thanks to EAA Chapter 952 of the Verde Valley, Arizona and the Ray Aviation Scholarship program administered by the Experimental Aircraft Association in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Wylie Howe is a 2020 graduate of Camp Verde High School where he played varsity baseball. He plans to attend Cochise College in Douglas to major in aviation. Having earned his private pilot’s license in May 2021 is a big boost as he starts his college aviation program to earn his commercial pilot’s license.
The Ray Aviation Scholars program provides up to $10,000 scholarships to young people who are pursuing flight training. The Ray Foundation provides $1.2 million annually to fund the scholarship program, which seeks to improve the success rate from the current industry standard of only about 20 percent of those who start flight training earning their pilot’s license, to 80 percent for Scholarship program participants. Local EAA chapters are responsible for identifying local youth for the Ray Aviation Scholarship program and mentoring them through flight training. The Ray Foundation is furthering the legacy of James Ray, an EAA lifetime member who was dedicated to aviation and youth education.
In 2019, the first year of the program, 105 scholars were awarded flight training scholarships. The success rate for those scholars is likely to exceed the goal of 80 percent.
Wylie Howe will be training at Leighnor Aircraft based at the Cottonwood airport, 668 South Airport Road, Hangar #3. The scholarship is designed to support a flight student through both written and practical segments of flight training that are part of successful FAA private pilot certification.
Alek Herman & Private Pilot
Alek Herman of Clarkdale, Arizona has received a unique full-scholarship opportunity for flight training, thanks to EAA Chapter 952 of the Verde Valley, Arizona and the Ray Aviation Scholarship program administered by the Experimental Aircraft Association in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Alek is a high school senior and is home schooled.
Jared Deibel
Jared Deibel of Flagstaff, Arizona has received a unique full-scholarship opportunity for flight training, thanks to EAA Chapter 952 of the Verde Valley, Arizona and the Ray Aviation Scholarship program administered by the Experimental Aircraft Association in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Jared is a high school graduate and was home schooled.
EAA Chapter 952 - Who WE ARE
We are a group of aviation enthusiasts, aircraft builders, and pilots who get together with like minded people to share ideas, exchange information, encourage safety, serve the local aviation community and have a lot of fun doing so.
Dakato Cub
Roger and Lori Parker
Piper Aerostar
Christavia MK 1
Rans S-7
Vans RV-7
Vans RV-10
Piper PA-28
RV-7A
Meet Our Leadership Team
Larry Battin
President
Larry is a retired Air Force and long-time EAA and Warbirds member. He has owned several homebuilts and general aviation aircraft.
Doug Wright
Vice President
Doug is a retired airline pilot. He is an A&P mechanic who has owned and restored several antique and classic aircraft, and is currently building a Dakota Cub. He has been an EAA member since 1972.
Don Miller
Facility Operations
Don is too a long time general aviation pilot. He manages our Aviation Community Center along with hosting a local pilot coffee each Saturday morning. His wife, Peggy, is our Chapter's official baker and aviation history art director.
Bob O'Connell
Treasurer
Bob has crafted an RV6 and Dragonfly. He’s been flying over 60 years with Airplane & Helicopter ratings. He was involved with the Orange County, CA Chapter 92 for 20 years.
Lori Parker Secretary
Lori is an active GA pilot and has been an EAA member for many years. She and her husband own a Piper Aerostar located in Cottonwood & enjoy flying around our wonderful country. She is also involved with the 99s as the SW Scholarship Chair.
General FAQs
Do I have to be a pilot or building a plane to be an EAA member?
Not at all. We are a group of aviation enthusiasts, aircraft builders, and pilots who get together with like minded people to share ideas, exchange information, encourage safety, serve the local aviation community and have a lot of fun doing so.
How do I get my child registered for your next Young Eagles flight rally?
We will announce on our Facebook page and through target organizations -- schools, Civil Air Patrol, and others.
How do we contact you?
Drop us an email (see below), we have an aviation coffee every Saturday morning at our building (8 to 10:30AM), and we have our monthly meetings the first Tuesday of each month.
