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Student
Whether you already know what you want to be when you grow up or not, connect with a world of aerospace opportunities.
Educator or Stakeholder
Educators and aviation professionals can help guide students' to future success. We're here to support you.
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Parents and caretakers provide a vital role in support and continuing education. We're here to support you.
Why STEM AVSED Matters
Aviation and space exploration offers exciting opportunities for the next generation of leaders to use their imaginations and technical skills and help shape the future of flight. From drones and gliders to airplanes and rockets, the FAA STEM AVSED Program is focused on introducing K-12 students to a new world of possibilities.
The United States National Airspace System is the largest, most complex aviation system in the world. To maintain our country's global leadership in aviation and to meet the demand for aviation and aerospace professionals, the STEM AVSED program and its partners conduct outreach to raise awareness of aviation and aerospace career opportunities among students.
With the aviation industry growing, a pipeline of skilled, passionate aviation professionals will drive innovation and better prepare the industry for tackling the challenges of the 21st century.
FAA STEM AVSED Programs
Learn about the programs we offer to students at elementary, middle school, and high school levels.
ACE Academies
Unique and immersive summer aviation education programs for students interested in aviation and aerospace.
Airport Design Challenge
Participants design virtual airports in Minecraft with guidance from FAA aerospace and engineering experts.
Adopt-a-School
Provides 4th grade classes with aerospace lessons that were created by leading professionals.
Outreach Representatives
FAA subject matter experts facilitate learning activities at a variety of educational and professional events.
Many students are unaware of aerospace career paths, while the industry anticipates a growing need to prepare, hire, and develop tomorrow’s leaders.
We aim to inspire the next generation of skilled professionals in aviation and aerospace, and to educate the public about FAA's mission to maintain the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.
Contact Us
Questions? Contact us at 9-apl-faaeducation@faa.gov.