Get those applications in by March 31, 2022.
Learn to Fly
In search of ‘school-worthy’ parts
A brilliant idea. No doubt many of us have collected random parts in the hopes of returning them to airworthy status. Now, they could be something even better: “School-worthy.”
Creating another path to the flight deck
Personally, I think the Next Generation Aviation Academy is great idea and hope that first baby step with both the airlines and the banks becomes a reality.
We’re going to put it in the trees
It is the stuff of nightmares for pilots: Your engine starts running rough over mountainous terrain. That nightmare became reality for two Washington pilots, who survived to tell their story in Lightspeed Aviation’s No Tie Down video series.
A few can make a big difference
Taking someone for their first flight is a wonderful thing to do. I’ve made many such flights. But finding those who are truly interested in taking the next step, and nurturing them along the way, is a higher calling.
Getting kids airborne
We pilots understand the unique perspective of seeing the world from above, but showing anyone the aerial perspective can be life changing.
Fifteen high school grads earn museum scholarships
To date, 331 talented San Diego County high school seniors have been awarded a total of $994,500 through these scholarships.
Virtual reality first, actual flying later
Following successful completion of this first phase of their training, students will transition to hands-on flight training in aircraft.
AOPA Foundation’s high school STEM curriculum earns accreditation
Other organizations that have received STEM.org Trustmarks include The Walt Disney Co., Staples, the NBA, and The New York Times.