The mission of the Youth Aeronautics Educational Foundation (YAEF) is to conduct programs in aeronautics for underserved, at-risk and other youth and to expose young minds to careers in the fields of aviation, engineering and technology.
As a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation, YAEF provides hands-on training for youth to engage them in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) concepts and expose them to fields and careers previously perceived as unattainable.
​As a non-profit organization, we cover 90% of aviation expenses thanks to the dedication of our volunteers, the generosity of community contributions, and the success of our continuous Young Wings Charity Golf Tournament sponsors.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Jessica Barrett | Williamsburg, VA Photographer for her outstanding photography of our aviation students at the YAEF charity golf tournament. Her images beautifully captured the spirit of aviation through her lens. We encourage you to visit her website to view her stunning portfolio, where she showcases her exceptional artistic photography.
Click link: Jessica Barrett | Williamsburg, VA Photographer
Regional Award Richmond FAA
National Award - Washington DC
2019 NCASE/Strickler Crown Circle National Office Award
Congressional Medal of Honor
The Youth Aeronautical Educational Foundation is sincerely honored to be recipients of these prestigious awards. They symbolize the hundreds of youth that participated in YAEF's Aeronautical STEM Programs. Our accomplishments are the results of students, volunteers and supporters that trust in our leadership. We thank you for your energy and dedication that you bring to the program.
YAEF thanks Bangs Russell Foundation for your support
In loving memory of 1st Lt. Lloyd Shults
June 16, 1920 - December 1, 2020
1st Lt. Lloyd Shults, Tuskegee Airman was an inspiration to Founders Samuel and Marilyn Billings when they incorporated the Youth Aeronautics Educational Foundation (YAEF) in 2008. He made a special trip to Williamsburg, VA in October 2012 to pin gold bars on students striving to become Private Pilots. He also attended the FAA Award Ceremony where YAEF was recognized by the FAA for its efforts in Aviation and Space Education. I could always call 1st Lt. Shults for his wisdom and advice. He will be greatly missed.
If you care to make a donation in memory of Tuskegee Airman 1st Lt. Shults
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