THE 2022 TRIPLE TREE VOLUNTEER SQUADRON

AROUND THE PATTERN

THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF TRIPLE TREE AERODROME APRIL 2023

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY, DOUG!

Triple Tree Aerodrome is excited to share that Doug Adomatis
will join the Triple Tree team this Summer as our Summer
Programs Coordinator! Doug is one of the most respected
aviation educators in the nation and is an experienced General
Aviation and Radio Control Aviator. Doug is an AOPA teacher
scholarship recipient and has soloed. Presently, he has almost
obtained his Private Pilot Certificate. He is also an experienced
Radio Control pilot enjoying the hobby for over three decades.

Doug started in the business world and earned a Bachelor of

Science degree in Applied Physics from Georgia Tech and a
Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary Science from Clemson
University. After being in business for himself, he changed
careers to teaching and inspiring others.

Doug’s full-time job is as the Lead Aviation Instructor at

Greenville Technical Charter High School. Doug was a trailblazer in providing his student’s unique
opportunities and was the first in South Carolina to teach the AOPA High School Aviation STEM
Curriculum. Most recently, he organized South Carolina’s first-ever statewide aviation competition -
AviCom.

Doug and his wife Bonnie enjoy exploring the great outdoors in their free time, including skiing and scuba
diving.

Doug’s background and experience in the classroom and the cockpit will add tremendous value and
insight to our educational portfolio. Doug will be bringing his experience to Triple Tree’s Summer Camps
this year. Space is for the camps is limited – so don’t delay! We are honored to have him on our team and
confident he will make a great addition to our Triple Tree family!

Around the Pattern is Triple Tree Aerodrome’s monthly Did you know? Triple Tree is
publication to keep up with the ‘what’s-what’ at the aerodrome. a proud partner of the South
This publication shares news, talks about upcoming events, and Carolina Film Commission,
celebrates the successes of those who are a part of the Triple promoting SC00 as a prime
Tree family. Have something to share? Reach out! We’d love to filming location in the State!
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Uncle John’s Fly-In
March 24 – March 26 , 2023
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There’s no better place to spend Spring Break than at Triple Tree Aerodrome! On the final
weekend of March, pilots from all over gathered at Triple Tree (SC00) to attend the 2nd Annual
Uncle John’s Fly-In.

The weekend featured all sorts of excitement including the fly-in, guest speakers, and meals
throughout the day. On Friday night, guest speaker Dale Ellis shared his experience as a Triple Tree
Volunteer and Retired Pilot – even retelling his story of coming face-to-face with a hijacker. Groups
from all over came to participate in the fly-in including the Clemson University Flight Club, Boy
Scout Troop 502, and the Roper Mountain Astronomy Club.

Pilots enjoyed dinner, camaraderie, and Triple Tree’s world-class campground! Gathering such as
these make Triple Tree the home of fun, fellowship, and hospitality!

Pictures provided by Scott Burnett and Triple Tree Aerodrome

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 ACE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED
Triple Tree is proud to recognize the 2023 Spring ACE Scholarship recipients,
who will receive a $2,500 scholarship to pursue their aviation,
education, and career goals.

The 2023 Spring ACE Scholarship recipients are:

• Austin Koch
• Eva Miller
• Henry Harris
• Noah R.

These individuals were chosen from a vast applicant pool, and after an interview, where their resumes and career
goals stood out among their peers. These individuals will be awarded a $2,500 scholarship to pursue their
aviation and career goals.

Due to the overwhelming response to this program, the Triple Tree Aerodrome will now offer our scholarship
opportunity twice a year! Once in the Spring and once in the Fall. The Fall applications will be open on August 1,
2023, and the winners will be announced at the 2023 Young Aviators Fly-In (August 18-20, 2023).
Triple Tree is proud to be a leader in aviation scholarship opportunities for young men and women in South
Carolina. Over the past decade, Triple Tree has given away over $65,000 in scholarships making this program one
of the most extensive aviation scholarship offerings in the region.

For more information on Triple Tree Aerodrome’s overall educational portfolio, please visit www.tta.aero/ace.

SUMMER CAMPS AT TRIPLE TREE

This summer there’s only one place to be – Triple Tree! Registration for Triple Tree Aerodrome’s Summer Camps and
Educator Development programs is now open! In June and July, Triple Tree will be bringing both the General Aviation
and Radio Control Summer Camps back for the second year in a row after seeing great success for students last year.
Furthermore, Triple Tree will also be conducting teacher/educator development training in late June – giving
teachers throughout the State the opportunity and resources to bring aviation into the classroom. Don’t delay –
register today as space is limited! For more information, and details on how to sign up, visit www.tta.aero/ace.

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UPCOMING EVENTS
41 Joe Nall Week MidSouth Soaring Championship
May 12-20, 2023 May 26-28, 2023
RC Youth Master’s Tournament Young Aviator’s Fly-In
July 28-30, 2023 August 18-20, 2023
South Carolina Breakfast Club Heli Extravaganza
August 20th, 2023 August 31st – September 3rd, 2023

More information, as well as a full listing of Triple Tree’s year-round events, can be found at www.tta.aero

AROUND THE PATTERN – THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF TRIPLE TREE AERODROME

Have something to share? Reach out via e-mail info@tta.aero!
Newsletter Editor: Austin Banttari
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