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PRESS RELEASE
B-29 DOC and the WSU TECH Foundation will host the fourth Pull a Plane for Education, March 8, 2025, at the B-29 DOC Hangar, Education and Visitors Center. The event raises funds for WSU TECH student support, creating career opportunities in aviation and beyond. Additionally, it supports the upkeep of B-29 DOC, ensuring it remains airworthy and serves as a living museum to honor the Greatest Generation and celebrate Wichita’s rich aviation heritage.
“Scholarships are the bridge to opportunity, empowering students to pursue meaningful careers that drive innovation and strengthen our community,” said Courtney Sendall, WSU TECH Foundation executive director. “Every dollar raised is a step toward breaking barriers and opening the door to dreams that soar beyond limits for aviation and other technical careers, while at the same time, helping to keep history alive and funding DOC’s mission as a flying museum.”
Each team of 25 people will raise a minimum of $2,500 to participate. Proceeds of the fundraiser will be shared between the WSU TECH Foundation (to finance student-focused initiatives) and DOC’s Friends (to help broaden DOC’s operations and hangar education program). The individual who raises the most donations for the event will be rewarded with a ride in B-29 DOC.
“We are excited to partner with WSU TECH Foundation once again to host this unique event that will help build a solid future for technical education students in Wichita while ensuring raising funds and awareness for DOC’s continued mission to honor, educate and connect,” said Josh Wells, B-29 DOC executive director. “The funds raised by Pull a Plane support student success in aviation and other technical careers, ensuring the next generation of aviation workers not only continue to hold Wichita’s claim to the Air Capital of the World, but also ensure warbirds like DOC have qualified mechanics to keep them flying for generations to come.” Team and individual registration is open now via www.PullAPlane.com. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Born in Milan, Italy, Moreno moved to the U.S. in 1999 to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. His aviation passion began early, inspired by his uncle, an F-104 Starfighter Crew Chief, and his father, a military traffic controller. Childhood adventures included camping outside military bases and watching planes at Aeroporto Linate. In 1999, he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to obtain his commercial pilot license, a move that became permanent. With 24 years in the U.S., he now flies full-time for a Part 91 business aviation company in Atlanta. He is actively involved with the Commemorative Air Force, the D-Day Squadron, and other aviation organizations. He enjoys life with his supportive wife and three wonderful children.
“Scholarships are the bridge to opportunity, empowering students to pursue meaningful careers that drive innovation and strengthen our community,” said Courtney Sendall, WSU TECH Foundation executive director. “Every dollar raised is a step toward breaking barriers and opening the door to dreams that soar beyond limits for aviation and other technical careers, while at the same time, helping to keep history alive and funding DOC’s mission as a flying museum.”
Each team of 25 people will raise a minimum of $2,500 to participate. Proceeds of the fundraiser will be shared between the WSU TECH Foundation (to finance student-focused initiatives) and DOC’s Friends (to help broaden DOC’s operations and hangar education program). The individual who raises the most donations for the event will be rewarded with a ride in B-29 DOC.
“We are excited to partner with WSU TECH Foundation once again to host this unique event that will help build a solid future for technical education students in Wichita while ensuring raising funds and awareness for DOC’s continued mission to honor, educate and connect,” said Josh Wells, B-29 DOC executive director. “The funds raised by Pull a Plane support student success in aviation and other technical careers, ensuring the next generation of aviation workers not only continue to hold Wichita’s claim to the Air Capital of the World, but also ensure warbirds like DOC have qualified mechanics to keep them flying for generations to come.” Team and individual registration is open now via www.PullAPlane.com. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
