PILOTS “FLYING ACROSS AMERICA” TO STOP IN SEDONA

Schappert and Lambercy flying cross-country to promote general aviation Sedona, Arizona- Sedona Airport and the Desert Rose Bed and Breakfast will serve as temporary home to pilots Jason Schappert and Vincent Lambercy for two days in July while the pilots fly across the nation. Schappert and Lambercy will stop on July 6-8, on their flight back from Catalina Island.

Schappert and Lambercy announced their intention to fly a Cessna 150, a single engine two -seater airplane, across America last year. The trip will take the pilots from Daytona Beach, Florida, to Catalina Island, California, and it will take Schappert and Lambercy approximately three weeks to complete. The trip’s purpose is to raise awareness of general aviation and the many values associated with it.

“General aviation serves the community and is a great activity for self-development and creates solidarity. It’s not reserved to the rich or the affluent, but rather it is much more accessible than most think,” said Lambercy.

Sedona is a stop on the way back of the 4,000 nautical mile journey. Schappert, a Certified Flight Instructor, will offer introductory flights to the public for a fee of $50 per half hour.

The Desert Rose Bed and Breakfast (4190 E Bridle Path Road Cottonwood, AZ 86326) is located close to Sedona airport and has been supporting the flight from the beginning. Special rates are available for patrons of the Flying Across America project.

About Flying Across America:
Jason Schappert, Ocala, Florida, and Vincent Lambercy, Germany, organized the Flying Across America trip, which is designed to spread the message and awareness of general aviation. The pilots will be making the coast-to-coast flight by flying visually and landing at small airfields and regional airports along the route. This 4,000 nautical mile trip will require approximately 70 hours of flight over three weeks to accomplish. For more information on the trip and the pilots, visit www.flyingacrossamerica.com.