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Aviation Camp in Hillsboro, OR!
At our youth aviation camp, we invite curious young minds to dive into the thrilling world of flight. Through hands-on activities, age-appropriate lessons, and engaging flight simulations, campers will discover what makes airplanes fly and how aviation has shaped our world. From designing their own aircraft concepts to sitting in real cockpits and flight simulators, every day is packed with fun and learning.
Ages:
8-13
The Science of Flight
Campers will explore the Four Forces of Flight—lift, weight, thrust, and drag—alongside Newton’s Laws of Motion to understand how and why airplanes fly.
Aircraft History & Innovation
From the first powered flight to modern jets, campers will trace the evolution of aircraft and the inventors who shaped aviation.
Inside an Airplane
Hands-on lessons in airplane mechanics help campers understand how wings, engines, and control surfaces work together in flight.
Real-World Flight Simulations
Using interactive simulators, campers will apply what they've learned to "fly" virtual aircraft, reinforcing key concepts in a fun, engaging way.
Careers in Aviation
Discover a wide range of exciting aviation careers and pathways. Campers will be able to hear from real world aviation professionals and guest speakers!
Team Engineering Project
Working together, campers will collaborate on a week-long engineering project that highlights aviation concepts and theories learned at camp!
What you need to know
Session 1: June 16 – June 20 , Monday - Friday, 9 am - 3 pm
Session 2: July 7 – July 11, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 3 pm
Session 3: August 4 – August 8, Monday - Friday, 9 am - 3 pm
Dates
Aviation Camp is open to kids aged 8-13.
Age Requirement
Camp will be held at Hillsboro Airport.
3355 Northeast Cornell Road
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Field trips include locations: Evergreen Air Museum, Shute Park Aquatic Center, Hillsboro Airport Fire Station, Hillsboro Tower. (Field trip locations may vary)
Location
Aviation camp costs $449 per child.
Price
Imagine this... after a week of learning about aviation, your child could have the opportunity to take the controls on a real flight (with an instructor and parent on board of course)!
Our Pilot For A Day experience can give your child an inside look into how we prepare for a flight, do the pre-flight inspection, and of course - fly the plane! The instructor will do the takeoff and landing but at a safe altitude the instructor will hand over the controls to your child! There is no better way to make memories that last a lifetime.