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Join us this year for this aviation science course where students delve into a fascinating study of the "how" of flight and the principles of aviation! Taught by a former naval helicopter pilot!

Class Information

Price Per Lesson $19.87

Number of Lessons 30

Estimated Minutes
(Per Lesson) 90

Total Price $596.00

Age Range From Ages 14 to 17

Availability

Course Timeframe: This class meets Tuesdays @ 10:30 AM ET every year beginning in August. Join our mailing list to be notified when registration opens.
Course Format: Live and Online
Institution Calendar: Excelsior Classes Calendar
Prerequisite: None

Description

Aviation Science Class Information

See our full course description and additional information such as required supplies on our website.

Have you ever wondered how large airplanes stay aloft, what materials they're made of, or what it takes to become a pilot? Is it true that helicopters don’t really fly, but are instead so ugly that the Earth repels them? Well, wonder no more! Join Catherine Gillies, a retired Navy pilot, for an exciting journey through the science of aviation! In this course, we’ll explore the principles of flight, aerodynamics, instruments and controls, weather, and fascinating aspects of the human body in flight. We’ll also feature special guest speakers and engage in hands-on projects. Don’t miss out on this captivating high school science class!

Teacher: Dr. Catherine Gillies