The camp offers a unique blend of manned aircraft flight training in Cessna 172s and comprehensive drone operations, including preparation for FAA Remote Pilot Certification, all within a structured boarding school environment.
The Randolph-Macon Academy Aviation Summer Camp is a three-week immersive program for rising 8th-12th graders. It offers hands-on flight training in R-MA aircraft (Cessna 172s) and simulators, drone piloting, and STEM-based challenges. Students gain practical experience in drone operations, including aerial photography, mapping, and 3D modeling, and learn about the pathway to earning an FAA Remote Pilot Certification. The camp also includes weekly field trips to explore various aviation and aerospace careers, interactive sessions with guest speakers, and opportunities to compete in drone obstacle courses and racing. The curriculum covers foundational flight maneuvers, safety procedures, ground school topics like aerodynamics, airspace regulations, meteorology, aircraft mechanics, and navigation techniques. The program aims to build teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence while providing a comprehensive introduction to the world of aviation.
A typical day involves flight training in R-MA aircraft or simulators, ground school instruction, and dynamic drone training, followed by study hall, dinner, and evening recreational activities like swimming or mini-golf.
This camp is ideal for high schoolers with a strong interest in aviation, drones, and STEM, who are looking for hands-on experience and an introduction to aviation and aerospace careers.
200 Academy Dr, Front Royal, VA 22630
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