Adventures in Aviation

Ever flown on an airplane and wondered how it worked? This camp will introduce you to the world of aviation.

We will take you on an adventure that includes, understanding flight, aircraft maintenance and building, avionics, air traffic control and much more. You will get to fly our flight simulator and go for a ride in a small airplane if you wish.  We will tour Rapid City Airport and learn how it works from behind the scenes. At the end of this camp, you will understand the wide variety of careers available in aviation and how many of them connect to STEM.
Aerial image of SDSMT

Enrollment Process

All prospective campers must complete the following items before their summer camp application will be complete.

1. Submit the online registration

2. Submit teacher recommendation.

3. Submit waivers

Flight simulator at South Dakota Mines

Camp Details

Dates: June 15–18, 2026

Times: Camp will run 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day (Monday-Thursday). Lunch will be provided for campers.  Thursday at 1:00 PM we invite parents to come on campus for a cookie reception.

Audience: Students entering their junior or senior year of high school, as well as recent high school graduates

Cost: $350

Have more questions?

For more information contact Admissions.