The academy offers a unique opportunity for students to experience orientation flights in real aircraft and interact directly with aviation professionals, providing invaluable exposure to the industry.
The OBAP ACE Academy in Chicago offers middle and high school students, aged 13-18, an immersive, week-long experience designed to explore diverse career opportunities within aviation and aerospace. The program provides hands-on learning in aviation history, the fundamentals of aerodynamics, and the role of government in aviation. Students gain practical experience through activities such as orientation flights in Cessna or Piper aircraft, flying full-motion flight simulators, and operating unmanned aerial systems. The curriculum also emphasizes the practical application of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects. Participants will go on field trips to aviation facilities and museums, meet aviation professionals, and learn about leadership qualities. The academy aims to broaden students' understanding of aerospace careers and challenge them to strive for excellence in the field.
A typical day includes classroom activities focusing on aviation topics like parts of an airplane and aviation weather, followed by field trips to aviation facilities such as Midway Airport or the Aviation Institute of Maintenance for tours and presentations.
This camp is best for students aged 13-18 with a general interest in aviation and aerospace, particularly those considering a career as a pilot or in related fields.
Chicago, IL
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