The academy offers a unique opportunity for middle and high school students to gain hands-on experience, take orientation flights, and interact directly with aviation professionals, providing a comprehensive introduction to the aerospace industry.
The OBAP Charlotte ACE Academy offers middle and high school students an immersive, week-long experience exploring diverse aviation and aerospace career paths. Participants engage in hands-on activities, learning flight fundamentals, aviation history, and various industry roles. The program includes orientation flights in Cessna or Piper aircraft, introductory aviation education, and field trips to aviation facilities and educational institutions. Students will also have the opportunity to fly full-motion flight simulators, when available, and operate unmanned aerial systems and remote-control vehicles. The curriculum emphasizes leadership qualities and provides opportunities to meet and work with aviation professionals, fostering an understanding of the importance of STEM subjects in aerospace careers. The academy aims to broaden students' horizons regarding career opportunities in aviation and aerospace.
A typical day involves a daily review, followed by activities such as touring aviation facilities like American Airlines' maintenance hangar or the US Air National Guard Academy, presentations from aviation professionals, and hands-on experiences like flight simulator sessions or operating drones.
This program is best for boys and girls aged 13 to 18 with a general interest in learning about aviation and aerospace.
Sullenberger Aviation Museum, 4672 1st Flight Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208
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