Wings Over the Branch 2026

About this event

Get ready to spread your wings and soar over the branch with us - Adventure is cleared for Takeoff! Join TEAM Memphis for our 6th Annual “Wings Over The Branch” aviation event on September 26, 2026 at Luke Weather’s Flight Academy. This event will introduce 60 youth between ages 12 to 18 years old to the exciting world of aviation, spark their interest in the field and highlight the significant contributions of Col. Luke Weathers. Meet aviation industry professionals, listen to intriguing guest speakers and experience a FREE discovery flight. This will be an immersive experience showcasing numerous possibilities within the aviation industry while offering valuable educational opportunities. Participants are highly encouraged to take flight and experience the thrill of flying firsthand. Qualified and experienced pilots provide young attendees a unique perspective while learning what it's like to safely be in control of an aircraft. These flights offer excellent opportunities for participants to explore the basics of aviation and ignite a passion for flying. **REGISTRATION LIMITED TO 2 PARTICIPANTS PER FAMILY** By registering your child for a discovery flight, you agree to the criteria listed in the Discovery Flight Waiver as outlined below. Discovery Flight Waiver * **PARENTS MUST BE PRESENT FOR PARTICIPANT TO FLY. PARENTS MUST REMAIN WITH THEIR CHILD THROUGHOUT THE DURATION OF THE FLIGHT*** Covenant Not to Sue, Liability Release, and Assumption of Risk Agreement Flight Time: 40 Minutes I hereby affirm that I am aware that flying and activities associated with flying have inherent and unforeseeable risk which may result in serious injury or death. I understand and agree that neither my instructors nor Luke Weathers Flight Academy, nor any of their respective employees, officers, agents, contractors, or assigns, (hereafter referred to as “Released Parties”) may be held liable or responsible in any way for any injury, death, or other damages to me, my family, estate, heirs or assigns that may occur as a result of my participation in flying aircraft, with these activities, (hereafter referred to as Flight Activities), or as a result of the negligence of any party, including the Released Parties, whether passive or active. In consideration of being allowed to participate in Flight Activities, I hereby personally assume all risk of Flight Activities, whether foreseen or unforeseen, that may befall me while I am participating in these activities. I further release, exempt, and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claim or lawsuit by me, my family, estate, heirs, or assigns, arising out of my participation in Flight Activities including both claims arising during any course of training or after I receive my pilot certification(s). I also understand that Flight Activities are physically demanding and that I must seek the ongoing care of a licensed and authorized aviation medical examiner and that I will not hold Released Parties responsible for events resulting from my physical condition, limitations, or incapacitation. I further state that I am of lawful age and legally competent to sign this liability release or that I have acquired the written consent of my parent or guardian. I understand that the terms herein are contractual and not merely recital, and that I have signed this document of my own free act and with the knowledge that I hereby waive my legal rights. I further agree if any provision of this Agreement is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision my severed from this agreement; however, the remainder of this agreement shall then be construed as though the unenforceable provision had never been contained therein. I, BY THIS INSTRUMENT AGREE TO EXEMPT AND RELEASE MY INSTRUCTORS, Luke Weathers Flight Academy/ Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals, AND ALL RELATED ENTITIES AS DEFINED ABOVE FROM ALL LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY WHATSOEVER FOR PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR WRONGFUL DEATH HOWEVER CAUSED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES, WHETHER PASSIVE OR ACTIVE. I HAVE FULLY INFORMED MYSELF OF THE CONTENTS OF THIS LIABILITY RELEASE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK AGREEMENT BY READING IT BEFORE I SIGNED IT ON BEHALF OF MYSELF AND MY HEIRS.