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The Karen Johnson Solo Scholarship

A Tribute to the Life of Karen Johnson
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The Karen Johnson Solo Scholarship provides up to $3,000 for flight training toward an initial pilot rating for young women between 16-20 years of age (at any time during the calendar year) who want to learn to fly. In addition, the scholarship winner will receive:

  • A Lightspeed Delta Zulu headset
  • King Schools private pilot training course
  • A set of autographed Barry Schiff aviation books

The scholarship will be awarded at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI at the 99s Aviation Appreciation Dinner on July 23, 2024.



Karen Johnson was a beloved member and chapter chair of the Ventura County Ninety-Nines who perished on January 2, 2013 while flying frost control in Delano, California. The VC99s have established this site as a tribute to her memory.


Karen touched many of our lives, inspiring many of us to pursue advanced training.  While we enjoyed her spunk and humor while she was with us, her exceptional determination and focus should be shared with others. The Ventura County 99s will celebrate her memory and accomplishments with the establishment of a Karen Johnson Solo Scholarship.