Christmas at the Airport

 It's been a few years and we are finally bringing back Christmas at the Airport! 

UPDATE 11/30/23: All reservations are FULL - slots to visit with Santa on the day of the event will only be available if there are no-shows. Other activities do not require a reservation, including touring Yukon Sourdough, a 1942 DC3. Please note that Santa's arrival and departure via airplane and tours of the DC3 are subject to favorable weather conditions.

Santa Claus is coming to the Frederick Airport! Join us for a day of educational activities and let Father Christmas know what is on your list this year!

***Registration is required to visit Santa.  A $5 donation PER FAMILY (non-refundable) goes towards the Sugarloaf 99s Aviation Scholarship. Donations for the electronic child size airplane ride goes to the Ensign Dean R. Van Kirk Aviation Heritage Museum (NON REFUNDABLE).***
Registration is not required for the other activities!

When: Sunday, December 3, 2023

Where: AOPA National Aviation Community Center: 296 Bucheimer Road; Frederick, MD 21701

Schedule:
9am-9:30am: Sensory-Friendly time with Santa
9:35am Santa's arrival via airplane
9:45-12:45pm: Visit with Santa!
1:00pm: Santa departs via airplane

Activities include:
-ride on toy airplanes
-coloring
-STEM demonstrations
- flight simulator (child ride)
...and more!

Please message us if your child may need special accommodations or a translator; we are happy to see what we can do to make this an enjoyable experience!

Thank you to our sponsors of this event:

Congratulations to Leah Murphy - 2023 Sugarloaf Scholarship Winner!

 Congrats to Maryland Chapter Member Leah Murphy, who earned her Multi-Engine Commercial Pilot Certificate on July 19, 2023! Leah was able to complete this training thanks to the scholarship provided to her by the Sugarloaf Chapter. Leah will continue to pursue her certificates and ratings towards her goal of flying for a living.

2023 SUGARLOAF 99S SCHOLARSHIP WINDOW IS NOW CLOSED!

 APPLICATION WINDOW IS APRIL 15, 2023 TO MAY 31, 2023 (now closed)

$4,500 – The Sugarloaf Chapter of The Ninety-Nines, Inc. is offering a minimum of two

scholarships to a maximum of three scholarships with a total value of $4,500. The minimum

amount per scholarship is $1,500. These scholarships are awarded in honor the “small but

mighty” Sugarloaf 99’s chapter, who provides inspiration and support to fellow aviatrix of

our chapter and section to help them pursue their aviation related goals. Funds may be used for any phase of flight

training (initial pilot through ATP including instrument, instructor, or other ratings), checkride fees, written exam fees,

academic work related to aviation, air racing, charity flying, or any other reasonable flying-related activity. Eligible

applicants include students or full members of the Mid-Atlantic Region of The Ninety-Nines, Inc. that have been a

member of International and the Section for at least 180 days by the application deadline date.

Additional requirements:

(1) Must be 16 years old or older to apply

(2) Mentor: Initial Certificate and Instrument Rating requires a mentor that is also part of the section to be identified.

The applicant and mentor must both agree to report on progress monthly to the Sugarloaf Scholarship Chair.

(3) Funds will be paid to the vendor directly or reimbursed to the applicant at the discretion of the Sugarloaf Scholarship

Committee after receipt of evidence achieving specific milestone(s), expense receipts, or other criteria agreed upon

at the time of award notification.

(4) Any activity that funds are requested for can be started but may not be completed prior to the application deadline.

If the activity is completed prior to the awarding of the scholarships you are still eligible as long as you inform the

scholarship committee of your progress (ie. don’t stop training to see if you win).

(5) Funds must be requested on or before June 30, 2024. Any remaining funds not requested by this date will be

returned to the Sugarloaf 99s scholarship fund to use for a future scholarship.

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION HERE

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY 11:59 PM EASTERN ON MAY 31, 2023

Questions may be directed to Chair@sugarloaf99s.org

SUGARLOAF 99s SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION WINDOW NOW OPEN!

 APPLICATION WINDOW IS OPEN JULY 15, 2021 TO SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

The Sugarloaf Chapter of The Ninety-Nines, Inc.  is offering a minimum of three scholarships to a maximum of six scholarships with a total value of $4,500. The maximum amount per scholarship is $1,500.  These scholarships are awarded in honor the “small but mighty” Sugarloaf 99’s chapter, who provides inspiration and support to fellow aviatrix of our chapter and section to help them pursue their aviation related goals. Funds may be used for any phase of flight training (initial pilot through ATP including instrument, instructor, or other ratings), checkride fees, written exam fees, academic work related to aviation, air racing, charity flying, or any other reasonable flying related activity.  Eligible applicants include students or full members of the the Mid-Atlantic Region of The Ninety-Nines, Inc. that have been a member of International and the Section for at least 90 days by the application deadline date. 

Additional requirements:

(1)    Must be 16 years or older to apply

(2)    Mentor: Initial Certificate and Instrument Rating require a mentor that is also part of the section to be identified. The applicant and mentor must both agree to report on progress monthly to the Sugarloaf Scholarship Chair.

(3)    Funds will be paid to the vendor directly or reimbursed to the applicant at the discretion of the Sugarloaf Scholarship Committee after receipt of evidence achieving specific milestone(s), expense receipts, or other criteria agreed upon at the time of award notification.

(4)    Any activity that funds are requested for can be started but may not be completed prior to the application deadline. If the activity is completed prior to the awarding of the scholarships you are still eligible as long as you inform the scholarship committee of your progress (ie. don’t stop training to see if you win).

(5)    Funds must be requested on or before October 31, 2022.  Any remaining funds not requested by this date will be returned to the Sugarloaf 99s scholarship fund to use for a future scholarship.

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION HERE

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY 11:59 PM EASTERN ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Questions may be directed to Chair@sugarloaf99s.org

Sugarloaf 99s to Host G.I.F.T. Week in August

Register to Attend Here

Register to Volunteer Here

Girls In Flight Training (GIFT) Week was developed by CFI Mary Latimer as a way to help and encourage women to pursue their aviation dreams. During the week of August 8-14, 2021, women from all over the country will meet in Frederick, Maryland for ground school and, if desired, flight training. Training is available for all levels; aspiring private pilots, instrument, commercial, and CFI candidates are welcome to attend as well as rusty pilots looking for a Flight Review or an Instrument Proficiency Check*.

The Sugarloaf 99s are proud to host GIFT Week at Frederick Municipal Airport (KFDK).

$150 participant donation includes study materials, ground school, lunch, snacks, and scheduled group transportation to/from BWI or IAD (please be considerate of volunteers when booking flights as both airports are approximately a one hour drive from Frederick) and scheduled pick-up and drop off from the designated hotel to the airport.

If desired, rental cars can be procured on the field at Frederick or at BWI and IAD. Bay Runner Shuttle can be booked to/from Frederick Airport and BWI if volunteer transportation is not available or convenient for flight reservations.

A PSI testing center is located on the field at Frederick. A DPE has been requested to be available immediately following the event if participants wish to extend their stay to complete a checkride.

Aircraft, flight instructors, and cost of flight training that will be available during the event will be shared with participants as needs are determined and details are worked out.

A special discount rate of $100/night has been arranged at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott off of Westview Drive in Frederick, which is approximately five miles from the airport. Rooms include a refrigerator and kitchenette.

Block Name: Sugarloaf99s

Block Start Date: 2021 Aug 6, Fri

Block End Date: 2021 Aug 16, Mon

Last Day to Book: 2021 Jul 15, Thu

Book your group rate for Sugarloaf99s

*Registration limited to female participants age 14 or older with parental/guardian permission required for participants under age 18. The event organizers reserve the right to refuse any registration at their discretion. No guarantee can be provided regarding the availability of aircraft for flight training or weather conducive for flight training.

Pilots and Paint Nite! Thursday April 8

 Join us for a fun-filled evening of conversation and painting!

When:  Thursday April 8, 2021 6:30-8:30 pm

Where: Bravo Flight Training - 330 Aviation Way; Frederick, MD 21702 (KFDK)

How: Click on either link to register:  Sign Up Genius  or https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0F4FADA82CA3FE3-thesugarloaf

note: capacity limited to county/state gathering rules in place at the time of the event

Join Us for An Exciting Conversation!

In 1961, Wally Funk was among the Mercury 13, the first group of American pilots to pass the Woman in Space program. Wally sailed through a series of rigorous physical and mental tests, with one of her scores beating all the male Mercury 7 astronauts', including John Glenn's, the first American in orbit. But just one week before the final phase of training, the program was abruptly cancelled. A combination of politics and prejudice meant that none of the women ever flew into space. Undeterred, Wally went on to become America's first female aviation safety inspector, though her dream of being an astronaut never dimmed. Wally has finished her latest book and will share the details with us.

Don't let her snow white hair fool you.  She is energetic, passionate about aviation, space and the future of women in aviation.

Wally is living history.