PROPEL INTO FUTURE FLIGHT BOOT CAMP
OVERVIEW
Flight Crowd is excited to present our ‘Propel into Future Flight’ series of week-long boot camps! This UK-wide experience allows young people (ages 14-18) to solve an industry challenge, collaborate with and learn from leading Air Mobility experts, and be empowered to pursue a career in Sustainable Aviation.
This initiative is funded by the ‘Reach for the Sky' Challenge organised by the UK Department for Transport (DfT) and UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). You can read the full press release here!
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DETAILS
Throughout the boot camp, participants will learn from Air Mobility industry professionals who will share their career journey, promoting diversity of thought and backgrounds. The boot camp is currently set to visit three UK regions:
The boot camp includes a combination of virtual and in-person activities spread across five days:
Monday - Thursday
Evening Virtual Activities
(17:00 - 19:00 BST)
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A team Future Electric Aircraft design challenge;
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Presentations & interactive workshops led by industry experts on a variety of exciting Air Mobility topics;
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Introduction to further available support and industry opportunities;
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1-to-1 career support sessions.
Friday
Full Day In-Person event
(10:00 - 16:00 BST)
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Future Air Mobility Air Traffic Management activity;
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Opportunity to meet & network with Aerospace industry professionals;
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CV building & support workshop;
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Drone flying masterclass;
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Participant presentations of their design challenge outcomes to the judges.
During the program, participants will be able to develop numerous technical and soft skills, preparing them for future careers:
Our team is extremely passionate about building an inclusive and diverse Future of Aerospace. To shape the new Mobility ecosystem, the industry needs people with a variety of skills and backgrounds. Whether you are passionate about science, engineering, architecture, psychology, art, or design - Flight Crowd will help you find and prepare for a career in Aviation that is right for you!
The boot camp is designed to showcase a variety of careers in Future Flight and will link it to most subjects studied at school. It’s for everyone – from those interested in STEM to future artists!
Our resources will be carefully designed to ensure accessibility for participants with special educational needs and disabilities. The event is FREE to attend. We will also provide additional support to those with limited computer access or who require help with travel arrangements for the in-person day, so please do reach out. Let us propel you into the Future of Flight!
You can see the agenda & speakers of our London Boot Camp here. Our future boot camps will follow the same format and the regional speakers will be confirmed closer to the time.
PARTICIPATE, VOLUNTEER & SUPPORT
To express your interest in taking part, school students, parents, guardians and teachers, can complete the ‘Registration Form’ below.
If you are a STE(A)M Ambassador or Air Mobility industry professional who wishes to support this event, please complete the relevant form below and we will be in touch!
The next regional boot camp will take place on 6th - 10th November 2023. Monday - Thursday will take place virtually after school, while the in-person Friday activity day will take place in Manchester, venue TBC.
Manchester Science and Industry Museum,
Liverpool Road,
Manchester,
M3 4FP
If you have any questions, concerns or want to learn more, please join one of our virtual Information and Q&A sessions. You can sign up using the button below. If you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at bootcamp@flight-crowd.com.
HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR LONDON EVENT
Intrigued? Have a look at the footage of the key moments from our in-person final boot camp day in London.