The program offers a mastery-based aviation and engineering pathway with real flight training, real engineering, and the potential for federal certifications like the FAA Part 107 drone pilot license.
The Flight & Aerospace Academy's Drone Engineering for Kids camp offers a hands-on, immersive experience where students aged 11-17 delve into the world of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Participants engage in the full lifecycle of drone development, from initial design using CAD software like TinkerCAD and Fusion 360, to 3D printing real drone parts on Bambu Lab P1S machines. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, including wiring motors, sensors, and flight controllers, culminating in flying the drones they've built. Students gain experience with Cessna flight simulators and FPV (First Person View) drone training. The program progresses from fundamental discovery to advanced concepts, with the potential for students to pursue an FAA drone pilot license (Part 107) at age 16, opening doors to careers in real estate, construction, filmmaking, and inspection. The camp fosters real skills, curiosity, work ethic, and fun through mission-driven challenges.
A typical day involves designing drone parts in CAD, 3D printing them, wiring components, and flying the assembled drones, with training on flight simulators and FPV drones.
This camp is best for young enthusiasts aged 11-17 who are curious about aviation, enjoy hands-on engineering, and are interested in exploring potential STEM careers in aerospace and drone technology.
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