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Girls in Aviation Day

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Get involved in Girls in Aviation Day with Women in Aviation International! Find a local event and reach out to the organizer. Partnering with WAI is a great way to bring youth into the most accessible form of aviation, model aviation!

UAS4STEM 2027: Registration Open!

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Middle and high school students can now register for the 2027 UAS4STEM drone competition. Teams will design, build, and fly drones while developing STEM skills in engineering, coding, and teamwork. Beginner and Advanced divisions are available, and teams can compete virtually from anywhere.

Prizes include up to $2,500, Skydio drones, trophies, and certificates.

2025 Scholarship Winners

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The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) has helped graduating seniors achieve their dreams since 1970, with individual scholarships starting at $500 each year. This year, $49,500 was awarded to seven students!

AMA Goes to WAI!

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Education Director Kyle Jaracz, Education Development Coordinator Gwen Mathis, and Educational Project Manager Emily Rice traveled to the 2025 Women in Aviation International (WAI) Conference in Denver, Colorado! They spent three amazing days networking and sharing AMA Educational Resources with aviation professionals, educators, and young aviation enthusiasts.