From: Bob Meder, Supervisor Young Eagles Flight Education
As I'm sure you're aware, in consideration of the effects of the budget discussions and FAA funding levels, many of the FAA participants we had expected to be able to help will not be able to attend KidVenture this year. This came about suddenly; we were informed that they would not be able to attend late Friday afternoon. At a personal level, because I have worked with many of these individuals for several years and have become friends with them, this saddens me. As a flight educator and someone that is committed to the best program for the children that participate, I realize this leaves a huge gap in our program.
With that, I am making a special request for some assistance. We are asking that you help in the booths where the FAA has traditionally been a presence, along with any other gaps that we have in our staffing. Due to the nature of the audience, a good knowledge of aviation, as any pilot would have, is all that is really necessary. The syllabuses for the lessons are at each booth, and John Ladly and I will be more than happy to match you to an area in which you are most comfortable and assist in getting you up to speed.
I can't overstate how important your help will be. Thanks in advance for helping make this event a success.
