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Space & Aviation · 🏫 Arizona State University Polytechnic, Aims Community College, University of Texas San Antonio

PreFlight Aviation Camp

The camp uniquely combines hands-on aviation experiences, including actual flight time with female instructors, with mentorship from women in STEM to inspire the next generation of female pilots.

🔥 Middle School 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person Beginner-friendly 💰 $500 total
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About this camp

PreFlight Aviation Camp is a six-day program designed to empower girls aged 10-14 through aviation and STEM. Campers engage in hands-on activities that introduce them to the fundamentals of flight, including aerodynamics, aircraft components, weather, communication, navigation, and weight and balance. A significant highlight of the camp is the opportunity for participants to pilot a simulator and experience an actual private flight with a female instructor. The curriculum also includes building remote-controlled fixed-wing aircraft, learning about drone piloting, and taking field trips to aviation-related sites like the Air Force Academy or museums with historical planes. The camp aims to build self-esteem, foster critical thinking and strategic planning skills, and inspire girls to pursue careers in aviation and other STEM fields by connecting them with female aviator role models.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day involves ground school lessons covering aviation principles, hands-on activities like building model planes or piloting drones, and interactions with female pilots and aviation professionals.

Best suited for

This camp is best for middle school girls aged 10-14 who are interested in aviation, STEM, and gaining confidence through challenging and inspiring experiences.

What you'll learn

Aerodynamics Aircraft Components Weather Communication Navigation Weight and Balance Flight Simulation

Location

Arizona State University Polytechnic, Mesa, AZ

Sponsored by Research Ignited

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