The academy offers 10 hours of certified flight time and 40 hours of FAA-approved ground school, with the potential for a solo flight, all led by experienced volunteer flight instructors with over 165 years of combined experience.
The BPA Summer Flight Academy is a 14-day immersive residential program designed to excite high school students, aged 15-19, about aviation and potential careers in the field. Participants receive 10 hours of certified flight instruction and 40 hours of FAA-approved ground school. The curriculum covers flight fundamentals, including preflight procedures, taxiing, takeoff, landing, FAA regulations, radio communication, airspace navigation, meteorology, and flight planning. Students will log official flight time that contributes to future flight certifications and train towards the FAA Private Pilot Written Exam. The program emphasizes a highly structured environment with daily schedules that include flight briefings, hands-on training, and classroom sessions. For those who excel, there is an opportunity to complete a solo flight, a significant milestone for aspiring pilots. The academy aims to translate students' excitement for flying into a foundation for a productive career in aviation through academic studies and practical experience.
A typical day includes flight briefings, hands-on flight training, classroom sessions covering aviation topics, and structured downtime.
This program is best for highly motivated high school students between 15 and 19 years old with at least a B average and a strong interest in aviation, who are ready for an intensive academic, physical, and mental challenge.
Texas Southern University, Houston, TX
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