Aviation Career Exploration
To ignite passion and open a world of possibilities.
Aviation Career Exploration (ACE), is a week-long, site-based program for students ages 11–18. ACE fosters active engagement through immersive activities, presentations and hands-on exploration in a journey of learning about careers in the aviation industry. It is a unique opportunity for students to learn about the basics of aviation and what kind of careers are available in the exciting aviation industry.
This program is currently offered in Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver and available from October to June.
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What is ACE?
ACE is an immersive aviation field trip that takes students inside the airport environment to experience the world of aviation up close. Through hands-on activities and direct connections with industry professionals, students discover the exciting careers that keep our skies moving.
Sample ACE Week Schedule:
DAY 1
AM
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering or Flight Attendant
PM
Drone Technology
DAY 2
AM
Royal Canadian Air Force Presentation
PM
Airport Airside Safety and Maintenance
DAY 3
AM
Introduction to Pilot Ground School
AM
Flight Simulator
DAY 4
AM
Airport Facility Tour
PM
RCMP K9 Unit – Baggage Security Operations, Airport Firehall
DAY 5
AM
Careers at NAV Canada
PM
OHS Discussion and Intro to PPE
Note: Schedule will be based on partner activities available in each respective city.
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Special Thanks to Our Presenter Partners:
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools or groups must provide their own transportation to and from the designated meeting locations at the Edmonton International Airport each morning and afternoon. Any transportation required throughout the day to visit various partner sites is provided by Edmonton International Airport onsite shuttle buses.
The maximum number of participants is 32 including all adults and chaperones.
Monday to Friday 9 am – 3 pm; please advise if your school has early dismissal and we will adjust the schedule to accommodate this.
The number of parent chaperones required is based on individual school requirements. Our ACE Facilitator will be with your group the entire week, leading them to each location and guiding the experience.
Elevate Aviation provides name tags, pens, and notebooks. Participants need to bring a lunch, water bottle, enthusiasm and lots of questions!
Contact Us
For general inquiries about ACE or to book please complete the form.
