Alaska Airlines Aviation Day 2020 – Saturday, May 2nd
Together with and , is proud to again host the 12th Annual Aviation Day on Saturday, May 2nd, 2020 for youth between the ages of 13-18.
This FREE event is aimed at inspiring aviation dreams in the youth of Puget Sound communities. Aviation Day will provide the opportunity for young adults to learn about different paths in the aviation industry and education possibilities for a successful career.
Guided by Alaska Airlines and volunteers from other sponsors, participants will be able to:
- Tour Alaska Airlines jets and other aircraft
- Look into the wheel wells and engines with mechanics
- Explore the flight deck with pilots
- Fly a simulator
- Visit the Alaska Airlines training facilities
- Explore the design of an airplane with Boeing engineers
- Attend a career presentation
- See how a flight is planned, scheduled and executed
- Slide down an evacuation slide
- Ask university and college representatives about educational opportunities
- Watch the competition teams demonstrate their robots
- Learn about small aircraft and what it takes to pilot them
This program is not an open house or airshow. All students and adults who wish to attend must pre-register with your sponsored youth group. Restrictions on the number of adults attending with a group do exist. Talk to your sponsored youth group for registration. You can also visit our registration page for more information.