Aviator Caleb Smith
Good day,
I greet you in the spirit of excellence and trust that your safety and health is paramount. My name is Caleb Smith, residing in the state of Maryland. I am a motivated 16 year old teen, eager to continue my aviation journey due to the persistent passion for flying. My parents have taught me to develop a positive attitude, maintain responsibility, be held accountable for my actions, and being fearful of the God I serve.
I am creating this GO FUND ME page, requesting financial support to assist me in achieving my aviation long term career goals. This funding will allow me to fully concentrate, study, gain a wealth of knowledge for the aviation industry (flight training, ground training, aircraft parts & definitions, maintenance, etc,) and retain good academic grades. I was a proud recipient of a “Gliding-Soaring” scholarship. Due to this blessing, I am now a PRIVATE GLIDER PILOT. I received this blessing on Nov 14, 2021. According to my FAA check-ride examiner, I am the youngest PRIVATE GLIDER PILOT in the United States. I would've never dreamed of such an accomplishment. I have also became endorsed in "winch launch" and "backseat" gliding.
I am now focusing on receiving the Go Fund Me monetary support to obtain my powered-engine Private Pilots License (PPL). I currently have 10 flight hours of training. I need to achieve at least 40-60 hours.
My personal standards are to continue with my leadership skills training originating from the Civil Air Patrol & USAFJROTC (currently a Cadet Staff Sergeant for both organizations) and a member of the Tuskegee Airmen organization chapter. My immediate goal is to graduate from High school (with honors), maintaining my 3.65 - 4.14 GPA, qualify and attend the USAF Academy. I set the bar with high expectations. In 10 years, to continue on the pathway of obtaining the necessary flight hours to fly with a reputable airline agency.
So over a period of time, I have learned that this isn't all about my achievements. I will continue to update my speaking engagement material and interact with the youth inspiring them, giving them hope, and reassuring that they have a purpose in life. Just as I have accomplished these goals in early life, SO CAN THEY.
I want to take this opportunity to thank you in advance for your support.
Praying for abundant blessing upon each and everyone of you.
Please see links below:
https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2458990549242/md-teen-makes-history-as-youngest-private-glider-pilot-in-the-nation?pd=02EOFNLw&lang=en_US&s=i3
https://www.wusa9.com/article/life/heartwarming/get-uplifted/inspiring-young-pilot-caleb-smith-glider-pilot-get-uplifted/65-efbeaef6-8da1-4a18-a4dc-54fdcb972175
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwGPcb2QA94
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sClVwk1eIbo
https://www.blacknews.com/news/caleb-smith-black-teen-makes-history-becomes-youngest-glider-pilot-united-states/
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Much Love
Caleb Smith