Youth in Aviation

Opportunities for Idaho youth to learn about careers in aviation.

A drawing of four fighter planes with a sunset in the background.

2026 Aviation Art Contest Winners: Around the World in a Plane

A teen's drawing of Arches National Park and a small white plane.
1st place in the 16-18 age group. Art by Mattie A.
A teen's drawing of the cockpit of an airplane. Each window shows a different scene from around the world.
1st place in the 13-15 age group. Art by Jimmy C.
A child's drawing of a white plane over a scenic landscape.
1st place in the 10-12 age group. Art by Isabella M.
A child's drawing of a plane flying over the earth and pyramids.
1st place in the 5-6 age group. Art by Zoe H.
A child's drawing of a fighter jet over the earth.
1st place in the 7-9 age group. Art by Barrett H.

All 2026 Art Contest Winners

To see all the 1st and 2nd place artworks check out this recent news article.
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ACE Academy

The ACE Academy (Aviation Career Exploration) is a popular event coordinated by the Idaho Division of Aeronautics. The academy is 3 full days where students get to explore and learn the various industries and careers available in Idaho involving aviation.  This event is limited to students in Idaho and in grades 9-12.

ACE Academy engages participants through STEM-related experiential activities and field trips to facilities, such as air traffic control towers, flight schools and aerospace businesses, college aviation programs, military aviation bases, seminars and possibly a flight in a small airplane.  The agenda is still a work in progress, but rest assured there will be 3-days filled with activity.  

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Registration closes by March 25, 2026 – so register early because enrollment is very limited.

Register for ACE Academy

If you have questions, please email IdahoAeronautics@itd.idaho.gov.