Quote History Originally Posted By Wiscoshooter:
He absolutely should take the EAA offer! Besides the resume boost he will be exposed to more aviation in 1 summer than most people get in a lifetime. I am sure he will also get alot of flight time in a variety of aircraft with some of the best mentors in the world. The personal connections alone are worth it! I am so jealous.
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This is pretty much what the instructors at UND and the older classmates who attended the EAA internship in the past said as well.
While he wants to fly commerical, racing to get there isn't the goal. He wants to enjoy college, the experiences and to make connections along the way.
He got his PPL while in high school and is now close to his instrument rating. He passed the instrument written test with a 95% and maintains his 1st class medical, so he's well situated. He'll finish his Freshman year right at around 300 hours in his flight log.
So, we think he deserves a break and to go have some fun in Osh Kosh for the summer.
You're right, he will have plenty of opportunities to fly while there. Three of his buddies from UND are going as well, so he will have friends.