According to a press release from PennDot
The day's activities, designed to meet requirements for Scouting organizations' Aviation and/or Aerospace Merit Badges, will allow participants to tour the airport, conduct a preflight inspection, and complete other aviation activities while learning about the aviation career field. Students are encouraged to participate in this exciting and interactive experience, though any interested parties may register to attend.
The Schuylkill County Airport is included in the list of airports participating in this event.
The event is free and if you are interested in participating at the Schuylkill County Airport, you should contact Bill Willard at (570) 544-6002. All attendees should bring their own lunch and any necessary chaperons.
The list of Pennsylvania State Airports participating in this event are as follows, along with their contact information.
• Allegheny County Airport, Rea Mills, 412-466-3026;
• Chester County Airport, Gary Hudson, 610-383-6057;
• Clarion County Airport, Scott Sheffer, 814-226-9993, Aug. 16;
• Connellsville Airport, Dan Schiffbauer, 724-562-0411;
• Erie International Airport, Chris Rodgers, 814-833-4258 x200;
• Heritage Field , Chris Jordan, 610-495-7000;
• Lancaster County Airport, Kim Huber, 717-569-1221;
• Lehigh Valley International Airport, Paula Bonstein, 610-231-5224, Aug. 22;
• Reading Airport, Dave Kalbach, 484-332-0442, Aug. 18;
• Schuylkill County Airport, Bill Willard, 570-544-6002; and
• University Park Airport, Beth Lerew, 814-865-4042, Aug. 9.
