Take your first step into the world of aviation with Basic Piloting, an engaging introduction to the fundamentals of flying! This course provides an in-depth look at essential piloting concepts, including aircraft systems, instruments, communication, performance, and navigation.

Get hands-on experience as you:

✈️ Explore aircraft instruments and gauges
✈️ Learn charting and navigation basics
✈️ Practice radio communication with Air Traffic Control and other aircraft

This summer, we’re offering three identical Saturday sessions to fit your schedule. Each three-hour class is divided into two parts: two hours of classroom instruction and interactive activities, followed by an hour touring airplanes at the Museum’s Gillespie Hangar and observing live take-offs and landings at the adjacent Gillespie Field Airport runway.

Choose one of the following class dates:
Saturday, July 12, 2025
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Saturday, July 26, 2025

Whether you’re curious about aviation or considering a career in the field, this course is the perfect introduction to the essentials of flight.

Course Details:
✈️ Saturdays Only (Choose One): July 12 – July 26, 2025
✈️ Minimum 10, Maximum 20 students per session
✈️ Open Enrollment Starts May 2025

Don’t miss your chance to explore the exciting world of aviation—register for your preferred date today!

Enrollment Fee:
Basic Piloting, $30 for a 3-hour class. 3 classes are available in July 2025. (20 student limit per class)

Here is the link:
https://sandiegoairandspace.org/education/introductory-courses-in-aerospace-careers