2013 OBAP/Shawnee ACE (Aviation Career Education) Academy

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1 2013 OBAP/Shawnee ACE (Aviation Career Education) Academy STUDENTS: Years of Age WHEN: 9-14 June 2013 WHERE: FEE: The Shawnee 4018 West Market Street Louisville KY (502) $20 (non-refundable application fee) CONTACT: our Academy Director: Raymond Robinson at robinshood@hotmail.com Or Visit the OBAP website at and click on Project Aerospace, then Ace Academy If you want to explore careers with aviation professionals, get a behind- the- scenes look at the aviation industry and government facilities, and learn more about the high tech world of aviation, then this A Community Service Program Sponsored by: The Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals The Shawnee Kentucky Air National Guard Louisville Regional Airport Authority United Parcel Service 1

2 THE ORGANIZATION OF BLACK AEROSPACE PROFESSIONALS, INC. (OBAP) ACE ACADEMY PROGRAM The Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals, Inc. (OBAP) Aviation Career Education (ACE) Academy Program is a nationally recognized program. OBAP is partnered along with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Black Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees (NBCFAE), military, commercial and non-profit community organizations in pursuit of the goals and objectives of this program. The objective of Ace Academy is to offer entry-level exposure of the aviation industry to young people ages 12 to 17. The number of students (per class) will tend to vary each year, but should average between 15 to 40 students. Following is a list of common activities, objectives, and goals for the students attending Ace Academy. 2

3 Activities Ø Aircraft orientation flights (powered aircraft) Ø Field trips to educational and commercial facilities specializing in aviation Ø Visits to aviation museums Ø FAA and Air Traffic Control related facilities Ø Aviation career seminars where young people can hear from Aviation and Aeronautical Professionals about how to get started in building an aviation career OBJECTIVES 1. To give students an awareness of the role of aviation in modern history and of the many contributions made by minorities. 2. To discuss, identify, and understand the basic principles of flight. 3. To help students understand the importance of education and how it relates to different aviation careers. 4. To encourage students to explore career opportunities in the field of aviation with a focus on flying careers. 5. To provide an introductory/demonstration flight for students so they can experience the joy of flight. GOALS Introduce students to aviation careers. Meet aviation professionals. Learn how to prepare for a career in aviation. Learn how an airplane flies. Fly in the right seat of an aircraft. Have fun! 3

4 OBAP/SHAWNEE ACE (AVIATION CAREER EDUCATION) ACADEMY SELECTION PROCESS & NOTIFICATION APPLICATION DEADLINE APRIL 9, ) Our selection meeting will be held in the 2nd week of April. Students will be identified as a primary or alternate candidate. Each student will receive notification of their status by or letter, along with further instructions. Alternate students will be called if slots are available. 2) Selection of Academy attendees will be based on student s ability to communicate why they want to attend the Louisville ACE Academy. 4

5 SAMPLE ITINERARY 2013 OBAP/Shawnee ACE Academy Agenda Sun, June 9 th : Mon, June 10 th : Tues, June 11 th : Wed, June 12 th : Thur, June 13 th : Fri, June 14 th : 2:30 PM Parent/Student Orientation at The Shawnee Main Auditorium 3:30 PM Teambuilding & Classroom Activities 6:00 PM Recess 7:00AM Staff/Students arrive at The Shawnee Small Auditorium (on Market Street) 7:30AM Bus departs for UPS Training Center 8:00AM-12:00 PM Simulator rides, Emergency Equipment tour, Louisville Control Tour, Micro- Lessons (Communications) 12:00 PM-12:45 PM Lunch 1:00 PM-4:45 PM Bowman Field Student Orientation Flights 5:00 PM Bus departs for The Shawnee 5:30 PM Bus arrives at The Shawnee 7:00 AM Staff/Students arrive at The Shawnee 7:15 AM Bus departs for US Air Force Museum, Dayton OH 10:00 AM-3:00 PM Tour of US Air Force Museum 3:30 PM Bus departs for The Shawnee 6:00 PM Arrive at The Shawnee 6:00 AM Staff/Students arrive at The Shawnee 6:30 AM Bus departs for Nashville TN 8:30 AM Arrive at Tennessee State University (TSU) 9:00 AM-12:30 PM Campus Activities 12:30 PM-1:30 PM Lunch 1:30 PM-4:00 PM Campus Activities 4:00 PM-5:00 PM Dinner 5:15 PM Bus departs for The Shawnee 9:00 PM Arrive at The Shawnee 7:30 AM Staff/Students arrive at The Shawnee 9:00 11:30 AM Classroom Activities 11:30 AM-12:30 PM Lunch 12:30 4:45 PM Classroom Activities 5:00 PM Recess 7:30 AM - Staff/Students arrive at The Shawnee 7:45 AM Bus departs for Kentucky Air National Guard 8:15 AM-12:00 PM Activities at the Kentucky Air National Guard 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Lunch 1:00 PM Bus departs for The Shawnee 1:30 PM Bus arrives at The Shawnee 1:30 PM 4:00 PM Classroom Activities 4:30 PM Sunset: Awards/Cookout Chickasaw Park Address: The Shawnee 4018 W. Market Street Louisville KY ******** Daily Trivia / Morning History Homework Challenge between Squadrons ******* ******** It is extremely important to show up 15 minutes prior to the start of the day ******* ******** It is also extremely important to have your student picked up at the scheduled arrival times ******* 5