The camp offers 5 hours of logable flight time and a day trip to EAA's Oshkosh, the largest airshow of the year, providing unparalleled practical experience and exposure.
AeroCamp 1 at Illinois Aviation Academy offers teens aged 14-18 an immersive, week-long exploration into aviation and aerospace. Participants gain hands-on experience with 5 hours of flight simulator time and 5 hours of actual logable flight time, contributing towards potential pilot certification. The curriculum covers essential aviation principles, including the dynamics of flight, aircraft controls and instruments, and advanced radio communications. Campers learn to perform pre-flight inspections, understand airport traffic patterns, and plan cross-country flights using aeronautical charts. The program also includes daily ground school lessons, hands-on lab activities, and site visits to various aviation-related organizations. A highlight of AeroCamp 1 is a day trip to EAA's Oshkosh, the largest airshow of the year. Students receive a Pilots Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, an Airplane Flying Handbook, and a camp t-shirt.
A typical day involves ground school lessons, hands-on lab activities, and potentially flight simulator or actual flight time, with a focus on practical aviation skills and knowledge.
This camp is ideal for young people aged 14-18 with a strong interest in exploring aviation and aerospace careers, who are eager for hands-on flight experience and in-depth learning.
32w751 Tower Road, West Chicago, IL
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