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Kelowna, BC - September 12, 2024 – On September 9, the Kelowna Flying Club presented Kelowna International Airport (YLW) with two cheques totaling $2,103 in support of the YLW Scholarship Fund.
The club accepted donations for the fund at its inaugural Wings & Wheels event held on Saturday, August 24 at the Kelowna International Airport. The event featured over 80 unique cars and 25 aircraft on display, drawing in numerous members of the community for a day of excitement and aviation enthusiasm.
In 2022, YLW proudly established the Scholarship Fund to support aviation and aerospace students who are currently conducting their studies in the Okanagan.
Kent Hardisty, President of the Kelowna Flying Club, expressed his gratitude towards the community and participants who made the event a success. "We're thrilled with the turnout and support we received for Wings and Wheels. The enthusiasm and generosity of our community are truly commendable. This donation to the YLW Scholarship Fund represents our collective commitment to nurturing the future of aviation in our region."
"We are incredibly grateful for the support from the Kelowna Flying Club and the community,” said Phillip Elchitz, YLW Director, Operations & Innovation. “The funds raised for the YLW Scholarship Fund supports aspiring aviation professionals by removing financial barriers associated with required training and education."
Wings and Wheels was a free community event that not only celebrated the passion for aviation and automobiles but also demonstrated the generous spirit of the Kelowna community. To learn more about the YLW Scholarship Fund, please visit ylw.kelowna.ca/scholarship.
For further information, please contact:
Kelowna Flying Club
Email: info@kelownaflyingclub.org
Phone: (250) 212-3449, (250) 868-1918
About the Kelowna Flying Club:
The Kelowna Flying Club is dedicated to promoting aviation and supporting aviation enthusiasts in the Okanagan region. Through various events and initiatives, the club aims to foster community engagement and support the development of future aviation professionals.
About the Kelowna International Airport:
YLW offers over 60 daily non-stop commercial flights, to 21 destinations both domestic and international, with eight airlines. Kelowna International Airport operates as the 10th busiest airport in Canada. YLW operates on a low-cost business model, which helps to support air service development.