SPRINGFIELD, Illinois — Ask any pilot what was the most challenging aircraft they’ve flown and odds are you’ll hear a story about their first tailwheel landing. That’s the case with Craig Blumer, a Piper Cub owner and professional pilot.
Craig is so enamored with tailwheels that he’s created the Jane Berg Scholarship to provide a tailwheel endorsement in a 1946 Piper J-3 Cub to one lucky pilot.
“Jane Berg was one of the many of my flight instructors and supervisors I’ve had over the years,” says Blumer. “The time she invested in me helped me to achieve my aviation goals and end up where I am today.”
“My hope is that this scholarship honors her professionalism and transfers hands-on flying to the applicant selected,” he adds.
The $2,000 scholarship will cover instructor and airplane time in the Cub, along with a stipend for travel and hotel if needed.
The deadline to apply or the scholarship is April 1, 2021. Contact Craig at [email protected] for the scholarship details and application.