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About Pinnacle Aviation
About Pinnacle Aviation
More Than a Class. It's an Aviation Experience
More Than a Class. It's an Aviation Experience
The Pinnacle Charter High School Aviation Program introduces students to the world of aviation through hands-on learning, technology, flight simulation, unmanned aircraft systems, and career exploration.
Our goal is simple:
Expose students to aviation careers and give them the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to begin exploring their future.
Our Mission
The Pinnacle Aviation Program is designed to:
- Introduce students to aviation and aerospace
- Develop STEM skills through real-world applications
- Provide hands-on aviation experiences
- Develop aviation knowledge and terminology
- Introduce students to flight operations
- Provide opportunities to explore drones and UAS technology
- Connect students with aviation professionals
- Expose students to aviation career pathways
- Help students understand education and training requirements for aviation careers
Aviation STEM
Our program incorporates science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and career education into aviation-related activities.
Students learn that aviation is a combination of many different disciplines.
Science + Technology + Engineering + Mathematics + Communication + Decision-Making = Aviation
AOPA Aviation STEM Curriculum
The program incorporates the AOPA Foundation's high school aviation STEM curriculum, providing students with structured opportunities to explore aviation and unmanned aircraft systems.
The program includes two primary areas of study:
Careers in Aviation
Students explore the knowledge and skills associated with becoming a member of the aviation industry.
Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Students explore drones, UAS technology, operations, safety, and career opportunities.
Connected to the Aviation Industry
Education Meets Aviation
A strong aviation program needs strong connections to the aviation industry.
Our program works to connect students with aviation professionals, organizations, colleges, flight schools, and industry partners.
Our Aviation Connections
AOPA Foundation
Our program incorporates the AOPA Foundation's high school aviation STEM curriculum.
Civil Air Patrol Aerospace Education
Pinnacle is an educational member of Civil Air Patrol's Aerospace Education program, providing additional access to aviation and aerospace educational resources.
Industry & Education Partners
Our program has developed connections with organizations including:
McAir Aviation
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
Pinnacle Aviation Advisory Committee
Connecting the Classroom to the Industry
The Pinnacle Aviation Advisory Committee helps bridge the gap between education and the aviation industry.
The committee provides insight into:
- Current aviation industry trends
- Employer expectations
- Future workforce needs
- Career pathways
- Training requirements
- Aviation competencies
- Emerging technologies
Why Does This Matter?
The aviation industry is constantly changing.
We want our students to graduate with an understanding of what today's aviation industry expects—and where the industry is heading tomorrow.
Our advisory committee provides valuable perspectives from people who work in aviation and related industries.
Interested in Getting Involved?
We are always looking for new aviation professionals, companies, educators, and industry connections who are interested in helping students explore aviation careers.