07-02-2025
Ewa keiki witness ‘magic of vertical aviation' in Wheels Day
IROQUOIS POINT, Hawaii (KHON2) — It wasn't the typical school day for some students in Ewa Helicopters paid a special visit to Iroquois Point Elementary School to inspire the next generation of aviators through 'Wheels Day.'
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Wheels Day is an annual event at the school, meant to introduce keiki to various modes of transportation.
This year, the event brought together more than 200 kindergarteners through second-grade students to witness the magic of vertical aviation.
For many of the keiki, this was their first time seeing a helicopter up close as it touched down right in front of their eyes.
'This is an incredible opportunity to share our passion for vertical aviation with the next generation. We hope to inspire future pilots, engineers and aviation enthusiasts through this experience,' said Nicole Battjes, Rainbow Helicopters owner.
After the demonstration, students got to 'learn more about the helicopter, ask questions and explore the role of aviation in Hawaii.
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'Through events like Wheels Day, [Rainbow Helicopters] aims to inspire Hawaii's keiki and showcase the endless possibilities that aviation offers.'
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