Wright-Patterson Air Force Base -- The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force has opened registration for a range of free educational offerings focused on aviation, aerospace and cybersecurity. Available programs include summer camps for students, a youth cyber defense competition season, and an adult professional development course.
Offerings include:
• Introduction to Becoming a Pilot (Ages 14–18): The Museum’s pilot program will be offered on a compressed summer schedule. Depending on the course selected—Introduction to Pilot 101 or Complex Aircraft 201—sessions range from one to three days, with classes beginning in June. The program gives participants an opportunity to use flight simulators and learn the fundamentals of aviation in an introductory setting.
• Aerospace Camps (Grades 5–6): These one-day camps introduce students to basic rocketry principles through hands-on activities, including building and launching model rockets. Sessions begin in June. Modified classes will also return, providing a supportive and inclusive option for students with special needs.
• CyberCamp (Grades 7–12): CyberCamp returns in July with both standard and advanced four-day camp options. Registration opens May 1. The camps are designed to introduce students to cybersecurity and digital defense through hands-on instruction, interactive activities and team-based challenges.
• CyberPatriot Program (Grades 7–12): Registration will also open in May for the 2026–2027 CyberPatriot season, which runs approximately July 2026 through February 2027. Registration opens May 1. The national youth cyber defense competition allows students to build cybersecurity skills while working as a team to solve technical challenges in a competitive environment.
• Physical and Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure (Adults): The Museum also offers an adult professional development course focused on the intersection of physical and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. This May 14, one-day class is designed to provide participants with insight into current security issues and best practices.
These educational opportunities are made possible through the generous support of the Air Force Museum Foundation. (Federal endorsement not implied.)
All classes and camps take place on-site at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and are led by experienced instructors in an environment surrounded by real-world aviation history. Unless otherwise noted, registration is now open for these offerings. Space is limited, and sessions fill quickly, so early registration is strongly encouraged.
For more information or to plan your trip, visit www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/Education.