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920-426-6880
bcampbell[AT]eaa.org
PO Box 3086
Oshkosh, WI 54903
CAMPER AGES: 12 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The EAA Air Academy is a unique aviation summer camp for young people ages 12-18 (Coed). Each participant depending on their age will spend between 5 and 9 days at the EAA Air Academy Lodge. The program uses top-notch aviation instructors with over 350 years of combined experience that will provide the best experience possible for each participant. They will experience many hands-on activities, i.e. wing rib building, composite and fiberglass construction, weight and balance, rockets, sheet metal, welding, flight simulation, challenge ropes course and many other exciting activities.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, and more. Aviation / Aeronautics
CAMP LOCATION: The EAA Air Academy is located in Oshkosh, WI right off of Hwy 41, on the EAA AirVenture Museum Campus.
CAMP FACILITIES: Campers are housed in dorm style rooms in our state of the art Lodge which overlooks our 1920's Pioneer Airport. This active airport supports aircraft from the 1920's and 30's.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each session includes a flight with a CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) in a real airplane where campers, after take-off, take control of the aircraft and learn the various attitudes and wonders of the aircraft and where their flight time can be log in their own personal logbook. The camps provide a wonderful introduction to aviation and an experience that will last a lifetime. All fees include room and board, programs and flight. EAA AIR ACADEMY: For young people ages 12-18, the EAA Air Academy is an experience of a lifetime that takes their interest in aviation to the next level. From the moment they arrive, the sky is the goal—not the limit—as a dynamic aviation experience unfolds and close friendships are formed with fellow aviation enthusiasts.
For many, the EAA Air Academy becomes an important stepping stone for personal development and a lifelong love of aviation.
Participants spend a week at the purpose-built Air Academy Lodge in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, completely immersed in the thrilling world of aviation. Top-notch instructors with more than 350 years of combined teaching experience help students explore the world of flight through a variety of “in-the-air” and “on-the-ground” activities.
Young Eagles Camp (For ages 12 and 13)
The Young Eagles Camp is designed as an introduction to the wonderful world of aviation. This program uses small group activities and close counselor relationships to present the basics of flight in a “science camp” format that is a unique combination of fun and discovery. Basic ground instruction and recreation flight experiences highlight this meaningful, action-packed camp.
Basic Air Academy (For ages 14 and 15)
The EAA Basic Air Academy is the next exciting step through the world of aviation. Each “hands-on” activity is designed to interest and challenge the intermediate 14- and 15-year-olds during a classroom and media presentation, specialized laboratory activities, and aviation-related demonstrations. Intermediate ground instruction and recreation flight experiences highlight this meaningful, action-packed camp.
Advanced Air Academy (For ages 16, 17 and 18)
The EAA Advanced Air Academy provides an atmosphere for mature students to become totally immersed in the world of aviation, including full participation in EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. Advanced classroom, ground instruction and recreation flight experiences highlight this meaningful, action-packed camp.
All fees include: Expert instruction, materials, and meals, lodging in the EAA Air Academy Lodge, introductory flights in an aircraft and helicopter, and AirVenture admission (for Advanced Air Academy participants). Transportation to and from Oshkosh is the responsibility of the participants.
For more information or to register, call 920-426-6165 or visit Our Camp Website Link: www.AirAcademy.org.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2017 AIR ACADEMY DATES
June 19 - 24 - Basic Camp 1: $1,160.00
June 26 - July 1 - Basic Camp 2: $1,160.00
July 5 - 9 - Young Eagles Camp 1: $870.00
July 11 - 15 - Young Eagles Camp 2: $870.00
July 18 - 26 - Advance Camp 1: $1,455.00
July 28 - August 5 - Advance Camp 2: $1,455.00
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