Redbird Announces Flight Simulation Extension for AOPA High School STEM Programs

The new material will add 70 lessons to the existing curriculum at no extra cost to the schools.

Monday, February 28, 2022 at 11:59 AM ET

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AOPA’s STEM program was released during the 2018-19 school year to 322 schools nationwide. [Courtesy: Redbird Flight Simulations]

Key Takeaways:

Redbird Flight Simulations has launched a free, 70-lesson supplement for the AOPA high school STEM curriculum.
The supplement integrates interactive flight simulator exercises to enhance existing aviation education for the approximately 10,000 students enrolled in the program.
It focuses on expanding students' knowledge of aerodynamics and aeronautical decision-making through hands-on, real-world flight experiences.
The ninth-grade supplement is currently available, with resources for 10th through 12th grades expected in mid-November 2022.

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Redbird Flight Simulations has announced a supplement for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) high school STEM curriculum.

AOPA’s STEM program was released during the 2018-19 school year to 322 schools nationwide. About 10,000 students are enrolled in the program, which is designed to provide pathways to aviation careers. The new supplement offers 70 interactive lessons for students and teachers to intertwine into existing aviation curriculum.