If your child dreams of airplanes, loves hands-on learning, or simply enjoys discovering how things work, Summer Camp 2026 at the Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE) is the perfect place to spark their curiosity and keep their minds engaged all summer long.
Located on the campus of the world-renowned SUN 'n FUN Aerospace Expo, ACE’s summer camps combine fun, friendship, and immersive STEM experiences in a safe and inspiring environment. Registration is now open, and with limited spots available, we encourage families to enroll early.
A Summer Filled with Discovery, Innovation, and Adventure
ACE Summer Camp is more than just childcare — it’s an educational adventure designed to ignite a lifelong love of science, technology, engineering, and math through the exciting lens of aviation. Campers don’t just learn; they explore, build, experiment, and problem-solve through hands-on activities that make learning feel like play.
Each week-long camp is thoughtfully structured to balance educational enrichment with high-energy fun. From flight simulations and engineering challenges to teamwork activities and creative projects, campers stay engaged as they build confidence and develop critical thinking skills.
Parents can feel confident knowing their children are in a supportive setting where safety, curiosity, and personal growth are top priorities.
Six Unique Camp Experiences for Ages 6–17
ACE offers six specialized, age-appropriate camps so every child can find a program that matches their interests and developmental stage:
STEMtastic (Ages 6–10)
Perfect for younger explorers, this camp introduces STEM concepts through playful, interactive activities. Campers enjoy hands-on experiments, aviation-themed projects, and engaging lessons designed to make science fun and accessible.
Destination Aviation (Ages 10–14)
Kids fascinated by flight will love diving deeper into the world of aviation. This camp allows kids to learn and engage in all aviation-related career fields. Experienced instructors will help campers dive into the world of aviation through experiential learning opportunities, hands-on activities, and flight simulation. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in a 30-minute local exploratory flight with a certified flight instructor – observing first-hand the application of the concepts and skills learned during camp.
Destination Aviation: Air Power (Ages 12–16)
Designed for older campers ready for more advanced challenges, this program focuses on the science and engineering behind powerful aircraft and aerospace innovation. It’s ideal for students who enjoy problem-solving and hands-on technical learning. In addition to learning about procedures, practices, materials, tools, machines, and equipment, campers will explore design, construction, maintenance, and repair of Airframe, Powerplant, and Avionics systems within aircraft. Included in the camp are field trips to two aircraft maintenance facilities.
She Can Fly (Ages 9–11)
This empowering camp is intended to inspire young women to explore aviation and STEM in a supportive, confidence-building environment. Female aerospace professionals will introduce campers to various career opportunities such as airport designer, pilot, engineer, air traffic controller, airport manager, A&P mechanic, and more! Through teamwork, mentorship, and engaging activities, campers are encouraged to see themselves as future innovators and leaders.
Take Flight (Ages 14–17)
Our Take Flight Summer Camp is an advanced camp for high school students, intended for those who are seriously interested in and are considering pursuing their private pilot certificate. Campers will participate in accelerated ground school sessions covering the following topics: principles of flight, flight controls, flight instruments, weight and balance, performance, weather, airport operations, airspace, and navigation. After each session, campers will apply their instructional knowledge in our Redbird Flight Simulation Lab. At the end of the week, campers will take to the skies and fly in a general aviation aircraft with a certified flight instructor.
Future Engineer (Ages 11–17)
For curious minds who love building, designing, and experimenting, this camp focuses on engineering fundamentals through aviation-based projects that challenge creativity and critical thinking. Campers will investigate the design process and explore aerospace engineering disciplines and career opportunities, including civil, electrical, mechanical, and software engineering. The camp provides a fun, engaging learning environment where campers will engage in design challenges and create projects while discovering underlying engineering principles and processes.
Why Families Love ACE Summer Camp
One of the standout features of ACE Summer Camp is its hands-on learning approach. Instead of passive lessons, campers actively participate in engaging projects that make complex STEM topics exciting and understandable. This method not only keeps kids entertained but also helps them retain knowledge and develop real-world skills.
Additional benefits include:
- A safe, structured, and supervised environment
- Small group learning for personalized attention
- Confidence-building through teamwork and problem-solving
- Exposure to aviation and STEM career pathways
- Fun, memorable experiences that go beyond traditional summer camps
A Camp That Inspires Future Innovators
Whether your child dreams of becoming a pilot, engineer, scientist, or loves discovering how the world works, ACE Summer Camp provides an inspiring space where imagination can soar. The aviation-focused setting naturally sparks curiosity, helping campers see STEM subjects as exciting and relevant to their everyday lives.
Enrollment for Summer Camp 2026 is officially open, and spots are expected to fill quickly. ACE also offers scholarships, making this high-quality STEM camp more accessible for families who want to invest in their child’s education and summer enrichment.
If you’re looking for a summer camp that blends fun, education, and inspiration, ACE Summer Camp is ready to welcome your child for an unforgettable season of learning and adventure.
Learn more and register today:
https://aceedu.org/programs/summer-camps/
