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Welcome to Pinnacle Aviation
Welcome To Pinnacle Aviation
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Dexi Drone
Meet Mr. Janda, our aviation expert here at Pinnacle! ✈️
His unwavering commitment to supporting our students has made it possible for them to explore one of the most exciting fields: aviation. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge with the next generation and guiding them toward success. We are proud and grateful for all that he does for our school and our students.
Pinnacle Charter High School Aviation Program
Where Aviation Takes Flight
Aviation Isn't Just About Becoming a Pilot
Aviation is one of the most exciting and diverse industries in the world.
Our program allows students to explore careers in:
- Piloting
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems
- Drones
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Air Traffic Control
- Airport Operations
- Airlines
- Aviation Technology
- Aerospace
- Aviation Communications
- And much more
You don't have to know what you want to do in aviation. That's what we're here to help you discover.
A Classroom Like No Other
Step Inside Our Aviation Classroom
Our aviation classroom is designed to look and operate like an aviation environment.
Students work with:
23 Flight Simulators
Equipped with X-Plane, yokes, head phones, and rudder pedals.
4 Aviation Terminals
Model Denver International Airport Terminal A, B, C, and the soon to be built D.
Runway & Taxiway
A 20-foot runway with taxiway markings and hold-short lines runs through the classroom.
Drone Technology
Students train with Tello drones and DEXI Level 3 drones.
VR Flight Experience
Students have opportunities to experience aviation through virtual reality.
Weather Station
Students can connect real-world weather observations to aviation decision-making.
3D Printers
Students can learn to use the inclassroom 3D printers to make aviation items
Surround Sound
Listen to control towers from around the world while watching the planes on the big screen
Learn Fly Explore
What Will I Do in Aviation?
Students may:
- Learn how airplanes fly
- Explore aircraft systems
- Read aviation weather
- Plan flights
- Navigate
- Use flight simulators
- Practice airport procedures
- Operate drones
- Explore aviation careers
- Work through realistic flight scenarios
- Meet aviation professionals
- Explore aviation colleges and training programs
- Participate in hands-on projects
