Education Program
STEM Learning Program
Hands-on STEM through the science of flight — real aircraft, real principles, and real career inspiration, tailored to your students.
School groups
Customized by age
Hands-on aircraft tour
By request
The Program
What it's about
The STEM Learning Program connects Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math to real aircraft, the principles of flight, and the many careers aviation opens up. The museum helps schools meet their STEM goals with engaging, fact-based lessons on aeronautics and aircraft technology, including a roughly 30-minute hands-on tour of one of the museum's aircraft. Curriculum is customized to the age group.
What you'll learn
- The four forces of flight
- Aircraft technology & aeronautics
- Engineering & math in action
- Career inspiration in aerospace
How it works
- A ~30-minute hands-on aircraft tour
- Led by retired pilots, crew, and volunteers
- Curriculum tailored to the age group
- Held at the request of school groups
Outcomes
What students take away
01
STEM Fundamentals
Core science and math concepts, grounded in real flight.
02
Real-World Application
Abstract ideas made concrete with actual aircraft.
03
Aircraft Technology
A look inside how aircraft are built and how they fly.
04
Career Inspiration
Exposure to the many paths in aerospace and aviation.
Gallery
From past visits
Book a visit
Bring your group
This program is booked by request for school and youth groups. Reach out with your group size, grade level, and preferred dates, and the team will build a session around your class.