Career and Technical Education (CTE) of St. Johns County

Academy of Aviation and Aerospace (code: SAHSAERO)
In partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, St. Augustine High School offers students an introduction to STEM careers in Aviation and Aerospace. The program provides technical training and hands-on experiences that prepare students for a wide range of opportunities, from piloting and drone operations to aircraft maintenance and engineering. Students can earn up to 15 hours of dual enrollment credit through Embry-Riddle, along with industry certifications such as USI Small Unmanned Aircraft Safety, Visual Line of Sight System Operator (VSO), and FAA Private Pilot.

Students learn the math and science foundations of aviation, build and program drones, troubleshoot aircraft components, and explore space flight by designing and launching rockets. They also gain flight experience using simulators and operate professional-grade drones, building pathways to post-secondary education and careers in the aerospace industry.

Mission

To provide a small learning community for students to explore careers in aerospace. Students will develop skills to become career and college ready.

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Additional Information


World-Class Curriculum
Courses include both high school-level introductory classes and Embry-Riddle college courses. Courses may include:
Aerospace Technologies I
Aerospace Technologies II
Aerospace Technologies III
Principles of Aeronautical Science
Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Private Pilot Operations

Dual Enrollment
Classes are taught by Embry-Riddle professors at St. Augustine High School. Students have the opportunity to:
Save up to $10,000 in tuition at ERAU
Earn free college credit up to 15 credits
Learn flying techniques using flight simulators

Internship Opportunities
Business partners provide opportunities for students to understand the relevance between education and work-based needs. Each year juniors and seniors are offered opportunities to intern with local aviation-based businesses that may include:

  • Northrop Grumman Corporation
  • Anastasia Mosquito Control
  • Northeast Florida Regional Airport
  • Carlisle Interconnect Technologies
  • Jacksonville University
  • Florida Flyers/SAM Maintenance
  • Old City Helicopters
  • Passero and Associates
  • Florida Aviation Career Training

Academy News

Contact

Robert Raimann, Career Specialist
[email protected]
(904) 547-8530

Location

3205 Varella Avenue
St. Augustine, FL 32084
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