Airplanes and Coffee

Airplanes and Coffee is a non-profit organization based in Texas. It works to grow interest in aviation through education, events and scholarships. The site says it is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, so donations are tax deductible. Its office address is in Austin, Texas, and its mailing address is in Flower Mound, Texas.

The organization holds fly-in events at airports. Visitors can see many types of aircraft, meet pilots and mechanics, and take discovery flights. The site says more than 1,000 people have discovered flight through its events and discovery flights.

The organization gives aviation scholarships to students in school or community programs. The site lists a scholarship for check ride or A and P practical test fees. It also offers scholarships for students enrolled in aviation related schools and programs.

The site describes membership. Members receive a membership card with a number and a sticker. Membership money goes toward bigger fly-ins, more discovery flights, school visits and more scholarships. The site also lists a members only portal.

The site invites sponsors. It says the organization reaches more than 440,000 aviation enthusiasts. Sponsorship options include corporate sponsors, trailer sponsorship and community outreach. The site says aircraft donations can be arranged through the operations department.

The site says the airline industry faces a shortage of pilots and mechanics, and that this affects the wider aviation economy. The organization's goal is to visit schools, share the opportunities in aviation and inspire people to join the field.

The site lists a phone number of (214) 817-4367. It has a contact form for hosting a fly-in and volunteer questions. It also links to Facebook, YouTube and Instagram pages.