The place that connects young people to aviation!

James is a private pilot -- why not you?

James Strong attended the AEFCO Summer Program in June 2018, the Pilot Prep Course 2018-2019, and passed the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Exam.

James is shown here with Hank Bartlett, Certified Flight Instructor, after completing his check ride and becoming a Private Pilot in July 2019.  

Because he scored over 90% on the FAA Exam, AEFCO awarded him 10 hours of flight time toward his PPL.  Our programs can help you reach this goal.

Our Programs

Pilot Prep Course

This course prepares you to take the FAA Private Pilot Knowledge Exam.  You will learn

  • aerodynamics, how airplane systems work
  • how to read and understand aviation reports
  • FAA regulations
  • principles of navigation
  • aeromedical factors
  • stall/spin awareness
  • incident/accident reporting requirements 
 

Aviation Summer Flight Experience

This program allows selected young people, ages 15 – 18, to participate in aviation activities and enable them to make future career choices involving aviation and aerospace fields.

More information here.

Flight Scholarships

Flight training is going to cost $8,000 to $10,000. Scholarships are available to AEFCO students to help families offset some of the flight training and test fees. Donors are encouraged to contribute to one of the existing scholarships or establish a new one. 

More information here.