Our Mission
We aim to reach young Americans across all fifty states, from all backgrounds, inspiring them to explore aviation and aerospace through instruction in Science, Technology and Mathematics (STEM), hands-on learning, and mentorship delivering Career Technical Education (CTE) to the highest level.
Our Founders
Melinda Viteri
Tracey Curtis-Taylor
Melinda Viteri
Aerospace Educator, Aviator and the author of Amy Johnson-- A Flying High Adventure.
Laura Savino
Tracey Curtis-Taylor
Melinda Viteri
Captain Laura Savino was a pilot on the B777, B767, B757, B747, B737, A319 and A320 with United Airlines, and is the author of JET BOSS: A Female Pilot on Taking Risks and Flying High.
Tracey Curtis-Taylor
Tracey Curtis-Taylor
Tracey Curtis-Taylor
Tracey Curtis-Taylor: Aviator, Adventurer, Inspirational Speaker and Author. Flew her open-cockpit 1942 Boeing Stearman across 5 continents following the pioneering female pilots from the Golden Age of Aviation. Tracey’s flying expeditions included a global outreach and media campaign to encourage more young women into aviation.
Our Three Cs
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Curiosity
Aviation is built on the drive to explore the unknown. Encouraging youth to ask ‘how’ and ‘why’ fosters a mindset of lifelong learning and accomplishment.
Confidence
Mastering aviation skills builds self-assurance. We empower young people to tackle challenges, make critical decision and believe in their own abilities to problem solve.
Connection
Cooperation and teamwork is essential in aviation. We provide a supportive community of mentors, peers and industry professionals to help youth network and find their own place in the aerospace family.