We are excited to offer the first in a series of courses where aspiring young pilots can explore opportunities in the world of aviation! With the growing demand for pilots in the future, this program is designed to equip students with the information needed to take the FAA’s Private Pilot written exam in 11th grade.
Foundations in Aviation I
Grade 9
KS Course Number: KH05370
This course provides the foundation for advanced exploration in flying, aerospace engineering and unmanned aircraft systems. Students will learn about engineering practices, problem-solving, and the innovations and technological developments that have made today’s aviation and aerospace industries possible. This core aviation and aerospace course provides the foundation for both pathways and give students a clear understanding of career opportunities in aviation and aerospace and the critical issues affecting the industry.
Students will look at the problem-solving practices and innovative leaps that transformed space exploration from the unimaginable to the common in a single generation. Students will also gain a historical perspective, from the earliest flying machines to various modern aircraft.
Foundations in Aviation II
Grade 10
Kumu approval required.
KS Course Number: KH05371
In this course, students will look closely at the aircraft they may one day operate. Students will begin with an exploration of the types of aircraft in use today before learning how aircraft are made and how they fly. Students will understand how aircraft are categorized, be able to identify their parts, and learn about aircraft construction techniques and materials. They will gain an in-depth understanding of the forces of flight—lift, weight, thrust, and drag—including how to make key calculations. They will then touch on aircraft design, looking at stability, aircraft controls, and maneuvering flight. The course will focus on career skills related to these topics.
Students will also take an in-depth look at the systems that make crewed and uncrewed aircraft work. Throughout the course, they will learn about the flight instruments associated with each system and how to identify and troubleshoot common problems. This unit also covers aircraft flight manuals and required aircraft documents. Finally, students will learn about the factors that affect aircraft performance and how to determine critical operating data for aircraft.