The camp offers an exciting optional demonstration glider flight and is led by FAA-certified flight instructors at a historical aviation museum.
The Skyward Youth Aviation Summer Camp, hosted at the CAF Airbase Arizona Flying Museum, offers an immersive 12-day program designed to introduce middle and high school students to the world of aviation. The camp explores aviation history, the fundamentals of flight, navigation, weather, and aeromedical factors through a dynamic combination of instruction, hands-on activities, and flight simulator usage. Led by FAA-certified flight instructors and support staff, the program aims to enhance students' confidence in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. Participants can choose between Aviation 101 and Initial Pilot Prep groups, with the latter preparing students for Pre-Solo Knowledge exams and the FAA Private Pilot Practice Knowledge Test. A highlight of the camp is an optional demonstration glider flight, providing a thrilling real-world aviation experience. The curriculum is enriched with activities, projects, and field trips, offering access to state-of-the-art equipment and industry professionals.
A typical day involves a combination of classroom instruction on aviation topics, hands-on activities, and practice using flight simulators.
This camp is ideal for students in 7th, 8th, or 9th grade who are interested in exploring flight, its related activities, and potential careers in aviation.
2017 N. Greenfield Rd. Mesa, AZ 85215
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