Curious about flying or traveling to outer space? Attend an ACE Academy! 

• ACE Academies are exciting summer educational programs that last about a week. To offer our youth (grades K-12) a unique experience, many organizations co-sponsor these programs. 
• As a co-sponsor, the FAA believes young people are our most valuable resource. We are committed to helping them become the next generation of qualified aerospace professionals. 
• ACE Academies focus on a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) approach to learning. Thousands of students attend each summer where they are introduced to a wide range of aerospace careers.  
• Students participate in numerous activities on aviation history and the physics of flight, plus they take several fun field trips to aviation related sites.  
• Dates, locations, age, and costs requirements vary according to sponsoring organizations. For more information, please visit www.faa.gov/education/ace_academy/.

Aviation & Space Education 

Some exciting careers you can explore at ACE Academies: 

• Air Traffic Controller 
• Aircraft Maintenance Technician 
• Aerospace Engineer 
• Professional Pilot 
• Airport Management 
• Airport Planner 
• And much more! 

For more information about Aviation and Space Education visit: faa.gov/education.