Welcome our 2020 Members

The East Canada Section is closing out 2020 on a positive note.We’ve seen in the past year our members reaching out their hands to help and support each other.Many of our members are furloughed from their flying job, but are staying…

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The origin of the word “pilot” for operator of an aircraft?

William Dubois, writes the column 'Questions from the Cockpit' in the General Aviation News. He says, "I fly with a small antique French medallion on a chain around my neck. I guess it’s for good luck, although I’m not really superstitious.…

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Check out the latest 99s YouTube videos.

We've linked all the 99s YouTube videos right here on our website. The newest video is an older news documentary on Operation Skywatch, a program developed in the 1980's between the Ontario Ministry of Resources and the First Canadian Chapter. Operation…

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NOTAM : Scholarship deadline is approaching

NOTAMThe annual Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarship deadline of January 1st is fast approaching. Hopefully, interested members have already reached out to their Chairwoman about applying. Waiting until the last minute reduces the amount of time she has to help proof apps…

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I’m A 99s gif image

A few members have asked for the overlay graphics 'Im A 99s'. I've attached it to this post. Simply download the gif image to your computer, then place it on top of your flying photo.

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2021 AE Scholarship applications are available now!

AE Scholarship Application Deadline is January 1, 2021 Each year Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarships are awarded to qualified members for five different scholarship types, including two specialized scholarships: an Emergency Maneuver Training Scholarship established in memory of 99 member VickiCruse and an International Scholarship, in memory of Kitty Houghton, for pilots in developing countries. In addition, the AEMSF provides Research Scholarship Grants and Fly Now Awards for Student Pilot members of the organization. 99s members and other individuals have donated to the Fund through their…

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