Young aviators earn their wings at Stanzel Co-Pilot Academy
Volunteer Zuriel Robles (third from left) guides the co-pilots on the Real Flight Simulator.
Navigating the obstacle course challenge in the Flight Simulator is Waylon Neskora.
Professional pilots Garrett Olive and Jimmy Jacobs teach Stanzel co-pilots all about the aviation six-pack, six gauges that help a pilot prepare to take off and to maintain safety in flight.
The Robles brothers , Gadiel (left) and Zuriel (right), prepare to fly around the globe.
Preparing to launch her balloon rocket is Lilly Muras.
Young aviation enthusiasts ages 5 to 12 celebrated the completion of the Stanzel Co-Pilot Academy on Friday, July 31 during a Pilot Party at the Stanzel ModelAircraft Museum.
Held each Friday throughout July, the five-week STEAM program introduced children to the world of aviation through hands-on activities that combined science, engineering, history, art and imagination.
