Camp Registration
Aviation Summer Camp
2025 Camp Enrollment
Frequently Asked Questions
May my 9 years old attend camp?
Campers must be 17 years old and not be older than 18 years old.
May I bring my child to camp early?
You may bring your child 15 minutes early.
May I pick my child up late?
You may be no more than 15 minutes late.
My child is a vegetarian and has allergies. Will she have food provided for her needs?
No. All campers must bring their own lunches, drinks and snacks. Water will be provided.
Will there be a refrigerator and microwave for my child’s lunch?
No
Will the flight be during camp?
Two days of camp sessions will be from 8:00 am – 3:30 pm on Day 1 and Day 2. At 4:00 pm on Day 2, weather permitting, 9 campers can fly after signing up and registering for flights.
Flights for 24 campers are on day 3 of camp. You must register for flights. Flights are 1 ½ hours long.
What if my child does not get to fly?
The amount paid for flight registration will be refunded.
When do I bring my child for the flight?
½ hour before the flight.
When do I return to the museum to pick up my child after the flight?
Once your child is on the flight, return to the museum 1 hour after the flight begins or you may remain in the museum.
Where do we meet for the flight?
In the lobby of The Aviation Museum of Kentucky.
Can I take a photo of my child near the airplane?
Yes. As long as someone can escort you to the tarmac, tarmac photos are allowed. Other photos can be made from the observation area to the right of The Aviation Museum of Kentucky lobby.
Can my child attend with a friend and be in the same group?
Yes. Friends need to register for the same flight. Contact camps@aviationky.org and put in an email with the subject CAMP BUDDIES. The names of both campers attending the same camp need to be included in the email.
My child attended camp last year. Will the instructors be teaching the same sessions?
No, but she needs to register for the returning camp sessions listed. The New camper sessions will be very similar to prior years.
Are lunch, drinks and snacks provided?
No, but water will be provided.
My child does not speak English? May they attend camp?
Yes, they may attend but will need a translator. Translators will not be flying in the flight portion of camp.
Do I need to escort my child to and from camp?
Yes, an adult will need to sign the child in and out of camp.
What should my child wear?
Camps are in an airport hangar and an un air-conditioned aircraft. Clothing should be comfortable, and shoes should be close toed.
Can my child bring a cell phone to camp?
Campers may have cell phones or emergencies, but they must turn it off during all sessions. They will have a chance to text during lunch and breaks.
Can my child bring their medication?
Yes. Notify the camp director if they must administer the medication.
Can we get a refund for camp?
Refer to the camp refund policy in the registration process. Refunds are not available if the camper only attends one day of camp.
My daughter is very small, although she is 12 years old. My son is 300 pounds and is 16 years old. Can they still attend camp?
Yes, they can attend camp. The child must be tall enough to reach the rudder pedals. Flight for some campers will be determined by weight and balance in the aircraft and will be decided by flight dispatch. If campers are unable to fly due to these requirements, the flight portion of camp will be refunded.
Can payment be made in cash or a check?
No. Payment is made on the camp registration link to The Aviation Museum of Kentucky website.
