Most of us learn best through the hands-on application of knowledge. You see this throughout aviation as you apply what you’ve learned in ground school to your actions in the airplane.
GAMA Launches 2020 Aviation Design Challenge for High Schools
Key Takeaways:
- GAMA's Aviation Design Challenge, launched in 2013, engages high school students in hands-on aircraft design and STEM concepts through flight simulation software.
- Teams follow a curriculum, design virtual airplanes using X-Plane, and compete for prizes like a trip to experience aircraft manufacturing.
- The program aims to connect STEM education with the real-world excitement of aviation and has seen participation from over 1,800 students across 400+ high schools.
- GAMA continues to expand the challenge, showcasing the practical application of aeronautical knowledge and design principles.
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