Austin Scrogin, 26, passed away this summer doing what he loved—ag flying.  His parents, Chris and Kimberly Scrogin, have established a memorial scholarship to attend Delta State’s Aerial Applicator Pilot Training Program as they wish to carry on the dreams of their son by helping others who aspire to be ag pilots.

 

As stated by the family, “Austin was so happy in the pilot seat. He loved what he did and looked forward to each day. He has loved flying since watching his daddy fly. As a co-pilot, he couldn’t wait to take over and fly his dad around. He started at the flying service as part of the ground crew to management of farmers, but his goal was to get in the plane. That’s where he was the happiest.”

 

Austin and Chris partnered with Delta State University in the Advanced Turbine Training Program. Austin was boldly active in helping Delta State’s Aerial Applicator Pilot Training program to develop ag pilots by assisting in the educational process and soliciting for the program. He was a passionate young man and devoted to the industry.  To contribute to the memorial scholarship click here or by mail to: DSU Foundation, DSU Box 3141 Cleveland, MS 38733.