Helping our Youth become Future Aviators
Saturday, March 25, 2023
The Fredonia Hotel
What is the Aviators Ball?
First Flight was formed to bring awareness to the Stephen F. Austin State University Aviation Program and the “Flying Jacks”. The organization is also on a mission to raise awareness around aerospace related fields to our K-12 youth. The First Flight Team believes our young people are the most valuable, yet most neglected resource we have, and we must do more to bridge and expose our youth to the world of opportunities that exist. Our goal centers around the aerospace industry.
The Aviators Ball was created as a night of celebration and support for the “Flying Jack” program and other First Flight initiatives. The second annual ball will be held again at the historic Fredonia Hotel & Convention Center in the heart of the oldest town in Texas, Nacogdoches. Please join us as we recognize the “Flying Jack” students for their wonderful accomplishments and nominate one lucky student for the prestigious John Duncan Sr. Top Aviator’s Award. A silent auction, VIP speaker, great food and live music will ensure this year’s ball is once again magical.
Claim your seat today and join us for dinner, silent auction, live music and a guest speaker.
All proceeds from black-tie event benefit the Flying Jacks and youth in aviation.
Ticket Information:
- Individual Ticket – $100 each
- Table Ticket (Seats 10) – $1000 each
See below for our Sponsorship Tiers. We also accept one time donations!
For more information or questions, please contact Kristen Conklin at (936) 554-9298 or kconklin@hchaviation.com.
Rooms are available at the Fredonia Hotel. To reserve a room, call (936) 564-1234 and use the code “HCH Aviation”.
Date / Time:
Saturday, March 25
6 p.m. Cocktails
7 p.m. Dinner
Location:
The Fredonia Hotel
200 N Fredonia St.
Nacogdoches, TX 75961
Aviators Ball Sponsorship Tiers
All Sponsorship levels include recognition in ball signage, website, social media and printed material, plus:
Platinum Wing – $10,000
2 Tables for 20 guests premium front center with wine/champagne
Airport Hangar advertising for 1 year in prime spot
16 tickets to the Hangar party on March 24th
8 VIP Parking Passes at Ball and Hangar Party
Company Logo decal on airplane for 1 year
Gold Wing – $5,000
Table for 10 guests with premium seating
Airport Hangar Advertising for 1 year
8 tickets to the Hangar Party on March 24th
4 VIP Parking Passes at Ball and Hangar Party
Silver Wing – $2,500
Table for 10 guests with premium seating
Airport Hangar Advertising for 1 year
4 Tickets to the Hangar Party on March 24th
Silent Auction Sponsor
Special Recognition during Event
4 tickets to the Hangar party on March 24th
Hanger Party
Friday, March 24
4:00-8:00 PM
A.L. Mangham Airport
The Hangar Party will feature the MV-22 Ospreys, live music, food trucks, pilot meet and greet, airplanes for viewing, raffles, and more!
Ticket Information:
- $5 / Person
- $25 / Family
Children 6 and under get in free.