They opened the sky. You decide where to fly.

June 7–11, 2027 | National WASP WWII Museum | Sweetwater, Texas

Ages 16–18 | 14 Participants | Full Scholarships Available

Your Future in Aviation Starts Here

Spend five days exploring aviation, leadership, and career opportunities at historic Avenger Field, where the Women Airforce Service Pilots trained during World War II.

Hosted by the National WASP WWII Museum, Cleared for Takeoff is a five-day, four-night residential experience designed to introduce young women to the opportunities available in aviation and related fields.

Through ground school instruction, hands-on activities, career exploration, and leadership development, participants will gain practical experience, build confidence, and discover new possibilities for their futures.

No previous aviation experience is required.

What You’ll Experience

Ground School & Aviation Safety: Learn the fundamentals of flight, navigation, and aviation safety.
Flight Experiences: Explore opportunities for supervised introductory flights with qualified pilots, subject to weather, aircraft availability, and final safety approval.
Hands-On Aviation Activities: Discover aircraft systems, engineering, maintenance, and aviation technology.
Women in Aviation: Connect with women working in aviation and related career fields.
Leadership Development: Build confidence, critical thinking, perseverance, and teamwork.
Career Exploration: Learn about colleges, flight training, military aviation, and other career pathways.
The WASP Legacy: Explore the history of the women who trained at Avenger Field and helped change American aviation.

All 14 Selected Campers Attend Tuition-Free

Thanks to the generosity of scholarship supporters and a commitment from the National WASP WWII Museum, all 14 selected participants will receive full-tuition scholarships.

Each scholarship covers the $1,000 camp tuition, including:

Ground school instruction
Camp activities and educational experiences
Supervised overnight lodging
Planned flight experiences

Families are responsible for transportation to and from Sweetwater, Texas.

Who Can Apply?

Cleared for Takeoff is open to young women ages 16–18 from across the United States.

We encourage applications from students interested in aviation, aerospace, engineering, technology, military service, leadership, and related fields.

You do not need to know how to fly or have a career in aviation already planned. We are looking for students who are curious, motivated to learn, and ready to participate in a structured residential experience.

Participation is limited to 14 selected campers.

Living and Learning at Avenger Field

Campers will spend their days learning at the National WASP WWII Museum and historic Avenger Field in Sweetwater, Texas.

Supervised overnight lodging is planned at Texas State Technical College, located adjacent to Avenger Field. Final lodging arrangements and arrival information will be provided to accepted participants.

Application & Selection

Applicants will complete an application in their own words, including information about their interests, goals, previous experiences, and one adult reference.

Selection will consider eligibility, interest in learning, readiness for a residential program, the ability to contribute positively to the camp community, and available space.

The Museum may contact applicants and their families for a brief conversation before making final selections.

Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance.

Ready for Takeoff?

Take the first step toward discovering what’s possible in aviation.

Cleared for Takeoff: Girls in Aviation Camp

June 7–11, 2027 | Avenger Field, Sweetwater, Texas

For young women ages 16–18. All 14 selected participants will receive full-tuition scholarships.

Please answer in the camper's own words unless a question requests parent or guardian information.

1. Applicant Information

Full Legal Name *

Preferred Name

Date of Birth *

Age on June 7, 2027 *

Grade *

School *

Shirt Size *

Home Address *

City *

State *

County *

ZIP Code *

Camper Phone *

Camper Email *

2. Parent or Legal Guardian

Name and Relationship *

Primary Phone *

Primary Email *

Preferred Contact Method *

Address if Different from Camper

City / State / County / ZIP if Different

3. Tell Us About Yourself

Please answer the following questions in your own words.

1. Why do you want to attend Cleared for Takeoff - Girls in Aviation Camp? *

2. What interests you most about aviation, aerospace, engineering, military service, or another related career? *

3. Describe a time you demonstrated confidence, critical thinking, perseverance, leadership, or service to others. *

4. What do you hope to learn or accomplish during camp? *

4. Experience and Readiness

Have you previously flown in a small aircraft? *

YesNo

Have you participated in an overnight camp or residential program? *

YesNo

Do you have prior aviation, robotics, engineering, STEM, or leadership experience? *

YesNo

If yes, briefly describe:

5. Scholarship Information

Do you reside in Nolan County or West Central Texas? *

YesNo

If yes, county:

6. Adult Reference

List one adult who is not an immediate family member and can speak to your readiness, character, or interest in camp.

Name and Title *

Relationship to Applicant *

Phone *

Email *

7. Applicant and Guardian Certification

We certify that the information in this application is accurate. We understand that applying does not guarantee admission and that acceptance may depend on space, completed forms, eligibility, and the camper's ability to participate safely with reasonable accommodations.

Applicant Full Name *

Parent/Guardian Full Name *

The applicant and parent/guardian certify that the information provided is accurate and acknowledge the application conditions stated above.

By submitting this form, you acknowledge that the Museum may contact the applicant, parent or guardian, and listed reference regarding this application.

All fields marked * are required.

Your Future in Aviation Starts Here

What You’ll Experience

All 14 Selected Campers Attend Tuition-Free

Who Can Apply?

Living and Learning at Avenger Field

Application & Selection

Ready for Takeoff?

Cleared for Takeoff: Girls in Aviation Camp

1. Applicant Information

2. Parent or Legal Guardian

3. Tell Us About Yourself

4. Experience and Readiness

5. Scholarship Information

6. Adult Reference

7. Applicant and Guardian Certification

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