A 501(c)(3) nonprofit—built by veterans, dedicated to veterans.
Empowering Veterans in Aviation
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit—built by veterans, dedicated to veterans.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit—built by veterans, dedicated to veterans.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit—built by veterans, dedicated to veterans.
At Aviation for Veterans, our mission is to expose our veteran community to aviation. To achieve this goal, we aim to collaborate with existing nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to provide hands on exposure to aviation. This exposure will include basic instruction for Aeronautics and discovery flights with a certified pilot or flight instructor. The long-term goal of Aviation for Veterans is to provide free flight instruction to veterans through partnerships with various flight schools.
Your generous gift directly puts veterans in the cockpit—fully sponsoring their journey to earn a private pilot’s certificate.






Jevaughn Daye is a Marine Corps veteran who served 10 years on active duty. During that time, he served as a Drill Instructor, Rifle Range Tower Supervisor, and Combat Engineer. He is currently an ATP rated charter pilot who operates the Cessna Citation XLS+ jet around the United States and the Caribbean .

Dwight McPherson is an active-duty Marine with over five years of service as an Infantryman. Driven by a desire to achieve greater impact, Dwight applied for and was selected to attend Officer Candidate School. He was subsequently commissioned as a Marine Corps Officer and now proudly serves as a Logistics Officer, continuing to lead and
Dwight McPherson is an active-duty Marine with over five years of service as an Infantryman. Driven by a desire to achieve greater impact, Dwight applied for and was selected to attend Officer Candidate School. He was subsequently commissioned as a Marine Corps Officer and now proudly serves as a Logistics Officer, continuing to lead and mentor Marines while supporting critical operational objectives.

Demar Grant is a Human Resources Specialist with over 10 years of experience working in the military and private sector. During his time in the United States Marine Corps ( USMC), Demar held multiple positions in the Human Resources Department. His expertise are managing and training employees, record keeping, scheduling, and communication.

Moises Espinal is a Dominican-born U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, dedicated community leader, and accomplished financial professional. Moises served as an Infantryman, Infantry Squad Leader, Infantry Platoon Sergeant and Drill Instructor. Professionally, Moises is the founder and managing owner of MGE CPA & Advisors, based in Long Beac
Moises Espinal is a Dominican-born U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, dedicated community leader, and accomplished financial professional. Moises served as an Infantryman, Infantry Squad Leader, Infantry Platoon Sergeant and Drill Instructor. Professionally, Moises is the founder and managing owner of MGE CPA & Advisors, based in Long Beach, Mississippi. His firm delivers expert guidance in taxation, bookkeeping, compliance, and strategic planning for clients across more than 27 states and territories. Moises is also the founder and president of the Gulf Coast Veterans Association, a nonprofit dedicated to honoring and supporting veterans across the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Latoya Daye is Marine Corps veteran who served 4 years on active duty. Some of her duties and responsibilities included: managing more than 15 companies inside her unit, monitoring the budget and spending activity for the unit’s credit cards, maintaining a fleet of vehicles, coordinating with external businesses, and effectively leading a
Latoya Daye is Marine Corps veteran who served 4 years on active duty. Some of her duties and responsibilities included: managing more than 15 companies inside her unit, monitoring the budget and spending activity for the unit’s credit cards, maintaining a fleet of vehicles, coordinating with external businesses, and effectively leading a small group of Marines. Latoya is also the owner of Tax Masters Today, a full service tax preparation company.
Please reach us at aviationforveterans@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
A valid first-class medical certificate along with a student pilot certificate is required. Flight students must also be available for flight related activities 5 days per week.
Currently we do not, but we hope to offer free housing to our private pilot students in the future.
All flight training activities will occur at Florida Aviation Professionals in Palatka, Florida (28J).

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