Southwest Airlines pilot Jim Baker was already restoring old aircraft in his spare time when he decided that they would be the perfect vehicles for teaching young people basic mechanics and engineering and to foster a love of flying.
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High school aviation classes prepare for takeoff at KRZL
For the first time, aviation classes will be held at Jasper County Airport in Indiana, including Principles of Aviation Management, Private Pilot Theory, and Aviation Safety and Operations.
EAA launches AeroEducate for kids 5 to 18
“AeroEducate aims to take that youthful discovery and fascination with flight into a positive direction that builds goals and fun for young people, as well as resources for their parents, teachers, and local mentors.”
Boeing grant boosts Museum of Flight’s programs
The grants will fund a new Virtual Docent program, as well as the museum’s educational programs.
New textbook introduces aircraft structures, systems and more
The book introduces aircraft to students in any aviation-related track of study, whether they are future mechanics/technicians, pilots, or aviation managers, according to Avotek officials.
Going above and beyond
Cory Suttle rediscovered his love of flight when he got a new job at the Central Florida Aerospace Academy.
Texas university program certified Part 141
The Houston FSDO office issued the certification to Texas Southern University’s private pilot and instrument rating courses in November 2020.
Going beyond the classroom
Student enrolled in AOPA’s High School curriculum got a chance to take flight at KGMU.
VA benefits approved for Duncan Aviation apprenticeship programs
“I was able to use the benefits for living expenses and apply some toward tools.”