The academy provides unique summer aviation education programs co-sponsored by the FAA, exposing students to a wide range of aviation career exploration experiences.
The OBAP ACE Academy in Raleigh offers middle and high school students an immersive week-long experience exploring the vast world of aviation and aerospace. Students engage in hands-on STEM activities that delve into aviation history, the fundamentals of aerodynamics, and the role of government in aviation. The curriculum is designed to expose participants to a wide variety of career opportunities within the aerospace industry, including roles such as air traffic controller, aircraft maintenance technician, aerospace engineer, and professional pilot. Activities may include lessons in flight planning, instruction on aircraft design and maintenance, and flight simulations. Some locations also offer actual flights in aircraft. The program aims to inspire and prepare the next generation of aerospace professionals by providing valuable exposure and education.
A typical day involves lessons in flight planning, aviation history, and the physics of flight, along with instruction on aircraft design and maintenance, and flight simulations.
The ideal student is a boy or girl aged 13 to 18 with an interest in learning about aviation.
Raleigh, NC
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