Aviation Career Education (ACE) Academy
The ACE Academy provides unique summer aviation education programs for K-12 students who are interested in aviation and aerospace. The program provides students with a wide range of aviation career exploration experiences and also focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Thousands of students attend each summer where they are introduced to a wide range of aerospace careers. As a co-sponsor, the FAA believes young people are our most valuable resource. We are committed to helping them become the next generation of qualified aerospace professionals.
Some exciting careers you can explore at ACE Academies:
- Air Traffic Controller
- Aircraft Maintenance Technician
- Aerospace Engineer
- Professional Pilot
- Airport Management
- Airport Planner
- And much more!
What to Expect
ACE academies reach 1,500–2,000 students each summer. These summer programs expose students to the following activities:
- Lessons in flight planning, aviation history, and the physics of flight
- Field trips to aviation-related sites
- Instruction on aircraft design and maintenance
- Flight simulations and, in some locations, flights in aircraft
ACE Academy State Listing
Dates, locations, cost and age requirements vary according to sponsoring organizations.
- Find an ACE Academy school available near you.
- Check back often for updates and added schools.
ACE Academy Highlights
In its 7th year, the ACE Academies held at Connecticut's Groton/New London Airport hosted a total of 25 students for 2 week-long programs filled with an array of aviation experiences. Continue story...
Since 1993, Detroit's ACE Academy at Wayne State University has sought to provide youth with aviation career education and to encourage students to pursue excellence and careers in aviation and aerospace science. Continue story...