Aviation Explorer Squadron 8
Topeka, Kansas
Over 70 Years of Educating Youth About Aviation Careers
About Us
Start Exploring the World of Aviation!
Ground School
Ground school is offered to all Explorers on Saturday mornings during the school year. We use Rod Machado and Gleim curriculums to prepare youth for the FAA Knowledge Test.
Flying Experiences
We offer orientation flights to our members and may fly to field trips and activities if possible. Scouts can also receive flight training with FAA certified flight instructors toward their Pilot's certificate in our aircraft. You can learn more about our planes here.
Ready To Join? Visit our hangar any Saturday morning, take a tour of our hangar, or Contact Us with your questions. We look forward to meeting you!
Hands-on Experience
Explorers are offered hands-on experiences and a real world education covering all facets of the aviation industry. Activities include field trips, guest speakers, maintaining our aircraft and hangar, safety lectures, washing planes, and much more.