Dive into the exciting world of flight training at an aviation camp, perfect for middle school kids and teenagers with a burgeoning interest in flying. Aviator camps give students a firsthand look at the fundamentals of flight and passenger jet operations. Virtual simulations take students on a flight to any destination, with them as the pilot. Read more
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Some of the fascinating things taught or introduced at aviation camp include the following:
Large passenger jet flight simulation
Radio communication and air traffic control operations
Professional flying protocols such as pre-flight inspections and the creation of logbook entries
Introductory identification of airplane parts and their functions
Some specialized aviation camps will also include an actual flight, of course.
Camps may run for a week or longer. Young pilots at these camps will enjoy training from flight instructors who are often licensed pilots, as well as trained teachers and mentors.
Of course, education at these camps is not restricted to aviation. They’ll meet other flying enthusiasts from throughout the same city. As with camps of any type, kids gain confidence and grow in independence, among many other benefits to personal growth.