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National Flight Academy
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(850) 458-7836
info[AT]NationalFlightAcademy.com
1 Fetterman Way
Pensacola, Florida 32508
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English speaking students from any state or country may attend the NFA. At the present time, so far, students from 44 states and 7 countries have participated in our program!
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CAMPER AGES: 11-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The National Flight Academy (NFA) offers one of the most exciting and immersive learning experiences available in the world – inspiring 5th – 12th graders to take a serious interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in an aviation-themed adventure aboard a massive virtual aircraft carrier. NFA’s overnight experiences are held aboard our stationary aircraft carrier AMBITION (CVT-11), where everyone eats on the Mess Deck, sleeps in Junior Officer Staterooms, plan missions in our Joint Intelligence Centers (JICs) and Joint Operations Centers (JOCs), and executes missions in our 30 networked simulators located in the Hangar Bay. Register online today!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: The National Flight Academy meets requirements for the ADA (American Disabilities Act), and is certified through the ACA (American Camp Association).
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, and more. Through Partnership With University Of West Florida, High School Juniors & Seniors Are Eligible To Earn 1 College Credit Hour During Their 6 Days Aboard AMBITION, If They Make This Request At Registration.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on NAS Pensacola next to the National Naval Aviation Museum in the panhandle of Florida. We are approximately 35 minutes from Pensacola International Airport.
CAMP FACILITIES: Our top decks can currently accommodate 144 students a week in our junior officer state rooms, which house six students each. Our virtual aircraft carrier, AMBITION, also has a deck where all the learning facilities are located, and another deck where we house our flight simulators.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The National Flight Academy offers one of the most exciting and immersive learning experiences in the world- inspiring 5-12th graders to take an interest in science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), in an aviation-themed adventure aboard a massive virtual aircraft carrier, AMBITION (CVT-11). This four-story 102,000 square foot facility is designed scenically and theatrically to simulate a modern aircraft carrier.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Unfortunately, scholarship funds through the National Flight Academy are not available for our 2016 season. In the event that something does become available, updates will be posted on our website and social media platforms. As availability is not guaranteed, we strongly encourage students to reach out to local STEM education or civic leadership organizations in their community, such as American Legion posts, JROTCs, and schools, who may be interested in student sponsorship opportunities or group rates.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The National Flight Academy is open year-round, and accommodates group tours, overnight adventures, and various events. Call for further details.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Refer to our website for available dates for 2016 programs.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Check our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.NationalFlightAcademy.com for any job openings.
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