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Youth Pilot Program Soars with Demand | Laredo News
A free youth pilot program launched in April has exploded in popularity, drawing over 1,000 applicants—far beyond the expected 50. With demand soaring, organizers have added more classes to keep up. Program director Victor Trevino, also a pilot, is now pitching a $5 million federal grant to expand into high schools nationwide, mirroring JROTC and STEM models. The initiative tackles a national pilot shortage by making aviation accessible to young people, offering flight simulators, math, and aerodynamics training—all while sparking community excitement, with parents showing up to support their…
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