The Mission
Our students are motivated by a desire to be successful in life and surround themselves with experiences and people that add value to their lives. Sound familiar? If so, we'd like to invite you to take part in an adventure like no other that’s guaranteed to rock your world.
This hands-on approach in both real and virtual settings at the National Flight Academy employs the latest technologies in serious gaming and STEM learning environments. It makes the NFA one of the world’s premiere education destinations and adventures for students from all over the world.
Whether you choose our Aviation in Residence or Aviation in Classroom Experience, get ready to be immersed in aviation inspired scenarios using serious games to improve your proficiencies in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math and other critical skills like strategic thinking, communication, collaboration, teaming and creative problem solving. As a member of flight squadron, experience the sensations of space flight or zooming through the sky in an F-18. Save the day as you plan and execute a challenging disaster relief or homeland security mission.
It’s a proven concept that will enrich your life by participating, preparing you for the challenges you'll face in tomorrow’s world. The critical knowledge you gain at the National Flight Academy provides real advantages that will directly benefit your academic careers and future professional lives. It's time to elevate your mind.
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AVIATION IN RESIDENCE The ultimate aviation-inspired learning adventure. |
The A.I.R. program takes place onboard Ambition, located on the grounds of the National Naval Aviation museum in Pensacola, Florida. For multiple days, 7th – 12th graders compete against each other in engaging and intense real-life scenarios that combine the thrill of flight with critical thinking techniques. |
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AVIATION CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE Transforming education in the classroom through aviation-inspired learning. |
A.C.E. is an immersive learning environment for 21st century middle schools and high schools. Using digital media, dynamic teaching methods and real-life simulations, students will be exposed to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math like never before. |
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AVIATION INSPIRED MISSIONS Aviation learning in your community. |
An immersive attraction designed to be experienced by parents and students at a public museum or science center. AIM will touch on a few specific STEM topics during a brief 10-20 minute immersive experience. AIM will also provide regional competitions that can be standalone multi-player activities or can engage ACE students in multi-school, multi-level competitions. |
Facility Tour
A glimpse into the Ambition, the National Flight Academy’s facility. The immersive aircraft carrier simulation is complete with dining hall, state rooms and a full aircraft hanger filled with state-of-the-art simulators.
Schedule
Take a look into the average itinerary for a week long stay at the National Flight Academy AIR headquarters in Pensacola, Florida.
Benefits
The National Flight Academy Aviation in Residence (AIR) program will bring the latest in multi-sensory media and simulation technologies, coupled with dynamic teaching methods, into an in-residence, educational program for 7th-12th grade students.
