Academy of Aviation and Aerospace
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 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.
We offer students two unique strands:
Aviation Maintenance (code: SAHSAVMA) offers pathways to post-secondary employment in
the field of aviation. Students receive technical training to prepare for careers such as A&P Mechanic and Aviation Maintenance Technician. Students who complete 4 years earn the NCATT Aerospace/Aircraft Assembly (AAA) certification.
Aerospace Studies (code: SAHSAERO) offers pathways focused on piloting, UAV operation, airports and traffic control. Students can earn up to 15 hours of dual enrollment credit through Embry-Riddle, along with earn industry certifications in USI Small Unmanned Aircraft Safety, Visual Line of Sight System Operator (VSO), and FAA Private Pilot.
Mission
To provide a small learning community for students to explore careers in aerospace. Students will develop skills to become career and college ready.
Programs of Study and Downloads
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
Students from The Academy of Aerospace and Aviation visited The Northeast Florida Regional Airport to wrap up the 1st semester. Students got to tour hangers, explore aircrafts, and visit the Air Traffic Control Tower where they learned from experts in the field.
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) visited the campus of St. Augustine High School and brought with them some serious power. Mixing a 450 horsepower T-Bucket with a discussion on STEM, they had the recipe for a dynamic career pathways demonstration. Students participated in this hands-on demonstration using the latest diagnostic tools and learned valuable lessons in
Contact
Robert Raimann, Career Specialist
[email protected]
(904) 547-8530
Location
3205 Varella Avenue
St. Augustine, FL 32084
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