AVIATION CAREER EDUCATION (ACE) ACADEMY 2018 OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA

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1 AVIATION CAREER EDUCATION (ACE) ACADEMY 2018 OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA S.N.A.P. SYNEGIZE, NETWORK, ASPIRE, PROPEL Every day the world of aviation changes in a SNAP, are you ready? SPONSORED BY: THE ORGANIZATION OF BLACK AEROSPACE PROFESSIONALS (OBAP) Director: Cory Glenn coryglenn@obap.org Voice & Text: Director: Ulric Williams ulricwilliams@obap.org Voice & Text:

2 Detailed Information OBAP OKLAHOMA ACE ACADEMY About OBAP ACE Academy The Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals Summer ACE Academy is a nationally recognized program co-sponsored by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Black Coalition of Federal Aviation Employees (NBCFAE). The purpose of Aviation Career Education (ACE) is to offer first level exposure to the aviation industry by providing aviation career exploration for middle and high school students. Academy participants learn about aviation history, theory of flight, and other aviation related subjects. Students will have the opportunity to go on field trips to aviation facilities, museums and participate in other hands on activities designed to give students a total aviation experience. Overview The Oklahoma City ACE program is designed to expose youths to the wide variety of career opportunities in aviation. The goal is to provide an opportunity for students to receive hands on experience of learning the history of aviation, fundamentals of aerodynamics, the role of government in aviation, and the many careers available in the aviation industry. Students will meet Aviation Professionals and participate in field trips to a variety of aviation facilities and educational institutions. Activities As a member of an ACE Academy you may: Ø Take an orientation flight in a General Aviation or Military aircraft Ø Receive basic aviation education Ø Take field trips to different aviation related facilities Ø Be introduced to aviation history Ø Fly a full-motion flight simulator Ø Learn the qualities of leadership Ø Associate and work with other youth Ø Meet professionals from the aviation community Ø Operate unmanned aerial systems and remote control vehicles 2

3 Admission Requirements Admission is offered to boys and girls from 13 to 18 years old who have an interest in learning about aviation. Applicants are competitively ranked based on age, cumulative GPA, and essay. Students must be physically capable of participating in all activities. High standards of behavior and self-discipline are expected, students must abide by all academy regulations. Parents or guardians must attend an orientation before programs begin. Application Process The OBAP Oklahoma ACE Academy is 100% free of charge. OBAP can provide the academy thanks to the donation of time and resources from organizations in the local community. Application deadline is June 4, The requirements are: 1. Submit the completed ACE Academy application. Once completed be sure to the application to the address below. 2. Complete the essay. a. Write and submit an essay of 150 to 300 words expressing your interest in aviation. You may include your hobbies, civic involvement, and extra-curricular activities b. We recommend you give some thought to your essay as it is reviewed by your director. c. You may also consider typing it in MS Word or another text editor. Save and attach to it to the address below. 3. a copy of your most recent official school transcript or report card indicating your cumulative GPA. However, failure to submit a transcript will not exclude you from attending the academy. TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: cglenn@obap.org or ulricwilliams@obap.org **Students will not need any additional money unless they intend to purchase personal items. Students are responsible for their personal funds. 3

4 2018 OKC ACE CAMP SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Monday, June pm Meet at Stonehaven Club House, 4340 Huntly Dr, Del City OK Orientation Night Parent/Guardian and Student Orientation night. All last-minute paperwork completed and of event schedule. Questions and answer session. Academy syllabus and T-Shirts will be issued. Tuesday, June Air Refueling Squadron (ARS) Brief and tour of operations Pre-departure safety brief and walk around Air Refueling Flight (KC-135R refueling a military aircraft) 72 Air Base Wing (ABW) Commander Brief Wednesday, June OKC Radar Approach Control (RAPCON) Tour th Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS) tour Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Sim tour and demo Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Equipment brief Lunch th Air Force Special Operations Command tour (AFSOC) USAF MC-12 Liberty tour 4

5 2018 OKC ACE CAMP SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (cont.) Thursday, June OKC Airport Operations American Airlines Flight Ops FAA Tour CAMI tour Smoke Evacuation Training Physiology Water Survival G-Force Demo Crash Site Investigation (CSI) Simulation FAA Aircraft Fleet Air Force Flight Standards Agency (AFFSA) Tour Friday, June US Navy TACAMO Tour Brief from VQ-7 Instructor Pilot and NFO S. Fundamentals of flight brief E-6B aircraft brief and tour Brief by Maintenance Personnel in VQ-4 Hanger Bay on duties and workday Flight in E-6B Mercury Flight Simulator Ride USAF E-3 AWACS Aircraft Tour 5

6 Saturday, June 16 8:30am Meet at Sundance Airport Sundance or Guthrie Airport - Parents that are able will bring their child to the airport to watch their child fly in various general aviation aircraft - ACE Academy Graduation 6