The pancakes were delicious at the Okotoks Airport on Sunday, June 3rd, 2018! Hosting the Fly-in Breakfast, the Okotoks Air Ranch Airport had multiple aircrafts in attendance, making the morning incredibly exciting! In previous years, the Fly-in Breakfast has had over 40 aircrafts on the grounds with over 500 people enjoying the delicious breakfast! Due to the idyllic location of the Air Ranch, the airport ensures that those who wish to improve their skills may do so in peace. This sends a great message to younger and older generations that there is no limit to what you can achieve, so long as one applies the effort!

 

This year, with a full audience, there was a minimum donation of $5.00 with proceeds benefitting the Foothills Composite High School Aviation Club. The club was founded around January 2017 and has been a great success at the high school since then! Speaking to the clubs’ members, I learnt that the aircraft simulator that is in place at the high school has been a great hit! Modelled after the Cessna 172 Skyhawk which is an American, four-seat, single-engine aircraft, the simulator offers students the chance to experience flight in a secure setting.

 

The Foothills Composite High School has also put plans into place to include a full, 5-credit course as an option into the curriculum in the 2018-19 school year. Speaking to Chris Ginakos, the robotics and mathematics AP teacher at the high school, I learn that the Foothills school division has recognized careers that are in need and are expanding the vision of future leaders by offering kids choices today. As an inclusive program, the Aviation Club will definitely be growing in the upcoming years!

 

Be sure to check out the images of the aircrafts below!

 

Also be sure to catch the next adventure of the Eagle Street Team: Tim Horton’s Camp Day! Find us at your local Tim Hortons on Wednesday, June 6th, 2018. Camp Day ensures that 100% of the proceeds from coffee purchases will help children from lower income homes go to camp – a wonderful cause and delicious coffee so do not miss out!