SPONSORS

KDVA Program Trust Fund

The Kentucky General Assembly established the Veteran’s Program Trust Fund (VPTF) as part of the Kentucky Vietnam Veterans’ Bonus Act on December 23, 1988. The purpose of the VPTF is to direct funding to projects and programs that help Kentucky’s veterans but for which other funds are not available.

Independent Pilots Association

The IPA is the collective bargaining unit representing the more than 2600 professional pilots who fly in service of United Parcel Service, the world's largest transportation company. The IPA is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, home of UPS Worldport, the largest fully automated package handling system in the world.

GREEN RIVER BOURBON

The site of the Green River Distillery has housed distilleries for nearly 130 years. The original Green River Distillery, built in 1885, was the first in Owensboro and a major producer of Kentucky Bourbon for over 30 years. In 1918 the entire distillery burned to the ground. It was rebuilt in 1936 after prohibition, and most of the buildings on our grounds today date back to the late 1930s. In 1940 it was purchased by the Medley family and continued to produce significant quantities of Bourbon as the Charles Medley Distillers Kentucky until 1993.

CIRRUS AIRCRAFT

Cirrus is dedicated to a world-class experience throughout the lifetime of aircraft ownership with service and support to help you maintain your aircraft to the highest standards for the many years of your flying adventures. Our talented team and global network of service centers are ready to provide support and answer questions so your aircraft is returned to service as soon as possible.

UPS

Customer First, People Led, Innovation Driven. Operating in more than 200 countries and territories, UPS is committed to moving our world forward by delivering what matters. Beginning as a small messenger service started by enterprising teenagers and a $100 loan, UPS and its approximately 500,000 UPSers around the globe are a transportation and logistics leader, offering innovative solutions to customers, big and small. UPS understands and appreciates its responsibility to help build safer, stronger and more resilient communities founded on justice and economic opportunity for all, supported by a healthy, sustainable global environment.

SMOKE ON AVIATION

Formation Flyovers: At Smoke On Aviation, we do more than just work on airplanes – we soar in formation! If you’re seeking a captivating flyover for your event or if you’re a pilot eager to experience the thrill of formation flying, connect with our passionate team today!

Louisville Aviation

Louisville Aviation LLC, based out of Bowman Field in Louisville, Kentucky, is the oldest operating flight school in the area. We are owned and operated by an airline pilot, ensuring that students receive training from instructors with extensive, current aviation experience. Louisville Aviation offers a variety of programs including Private Pilot License, Commercial Pilot License, and Instrument Rating (IR) courses.

Kentucky Flight Training Center

Flying Lessons that will help to Achieve your dream of flyingAchieve your dream of flying and earning your private pilot certificate with KFTC flight training in Louisville. Earn a Private Pilot Certificate so you can fly an airplane night or day under visual flight rules. With this certificate you can carry passengers. Although you cannot fly for paid compensation or hire, you can share operating expenses evenly with your passengers.