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SAT Aviation Explorers

*** Attention Students ***

SAT’s Aviation Explorer program is temporarily not meeting or accepting applications.

What is the SAT Aviation Explorers program?

A City of San Antonio Aviation Department community-based program dedicated to engaging San Antonio Youth and community stakeholders while we deliver an introductory aviation experience that opens doors of opportunity for the NEXT Generation of aviation and aerospace professionals.

Aviation Explorers

Vision

Be the sustainable Community HUB for advancing access and opportunity for youth.

 

Goals

Be the conduit for building an aviation industry pipeline for students interested in the Aviation/Airport Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) occupations

 

Mission

Engage community organizations and schools to deliver access to aviation experiences and to inspire the next generation of aviators.

 

Connect youth to follow-on opportunities with aviation advocates that will advance growth and development in the aviation industry.

 

Core Values

Engage & Connect

Upcoming Mobile Flight Simulator Events

Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarships for teenagers to earn certifications and licenses, network with the pros, and log up to fifteen flight hours.

Avfuel Corporation Scholarship
Ray Aviation Scholarship
Tuskegee NEXT Summer Flight Program
U.S. Airforce Aim High Flight Academy

Aviation Youth Program Opportunities

Aim High Flight Academy

The Aim High Flight Academy (AHFA) is an aviation scholarship for a three-week introductory flight program at various universities across the world. The mission of the AHFA is to inform, influence, and inspire the next generation of aviators and leaders.

After completion of the AHFA, students will understand the pathways to becoming an Air Force officer, or aviator, and earn up to 15 flight hours.  AHFA pairs high school students, USAFA, and AFROTC cadets with current Air Force members who provide mentorship about the various aviation professions and career fields.

For more information on the program, click here.

Community Partners

Alamo STEM Ecosystem
Boeing Aerospace Adventure
Bronze Eagles Flying Club of Texas
Commemorative Air Force – TEX Hill Wing
Dee Howard Foundation
EAA Young Eagles
Eagle Flights
Experimental Aircraft Association – Chapter 35
The Lemonade Circle
SAMSAT
STEM Flights
Tuskegee Airman Inc.
Women in Aviation San Antonio Chapter
Youth Aviation Activities

Why Choose Aviation?

Travel the world and enjoy the thrill of flight. Aviation is an exciting and challenging profession that offers ample opportunity to grow.

More Opportunities

Aviation Extends beyond piloting, involving diverse careers in engineering, maintenance, ground operations and management. The dynamic nature of the industry adds an unparalleled excitement to these varied roles.

Careers & Salary

The San Antonio Airport System’s Aviation Explorers encourages all eligible students to apply for lifechanging opportunities and experiences.