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 &amp; 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 &amp; 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: <a href="https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2458990549242/md-teen-makes-history-as-youngest-private-glider-pilot-in-the-nation?pd=02EOFNLw&amp;lang=en_US&amp;s=i3" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2458990549242/md-teen-makes-history-as-youngest-private-glider-pilot-in-the-nation?pd=02EOFNLw&amp;lang=en_US&amp;s=i3</a>  <a href="https://www.wusa9.com/article/life/heartwarming/get-uplifted/inspiring-young-pilot-caleb-smith-glider-pilot-get-uplifted/65-efbeaef6-8da1-4a18-a4dc-54fdcb972175" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.wusa9.com/article/life/heartwarming/get-uplifted/inspiring-young-pilot-caleb-smith-glider-pilot-get-uplifted/65-efbeaef6-8da1-4a18-a4dc-54fdcb972175</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwGPcb2QA94" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xwGPcb2QA94</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sClVwk1eIbo" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sClVwk1eIbo</a> <a href="https://www.blacknews.com/news/caleb-smith-black-teen-makes-history-becomes-youngest-glider-pilot-united-states/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.blacknews.com/news/caleb-smith-black-teen-makes-history-becomes-youngest-glider-pilot-united-states/</a> Libertywritersglobal.com Much Love Caleb Smith

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