2023 Hiller Aviation Camp registration is open.
Inspiration takes flight at our Bay Area Aviation Camp!
Kids explore the wonder of flight at the Hiller Aviation Museum’s Day Camp! Immersive programs provide fun, educational experiences for kids ages 5-12.
Our Day Camps are conveniently located for families from Redwood City, San Carlos, Belmont, San Mateo, Foster City, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and all Bay Area Peninsula locations.
Aviation Camp and COVID-19
Safety is the highest priority at The Hiller Aviation Museum, and Aviation Camp is presented in full compliance with all state health rules regulating K-12 programs. A generous cancellation policy is in place to provide additional flexibility and peace of mind to families.
- Enrollments made through April 1, 2023 are fully refundable up until 60 days prior to camp start date.
- Cancellations allowed less a nominal processing fee as late as two weeks prior to camp start date.
- Full refunds issued if camp sessions are canceled due to changes in public health orders.
All Aviation Camp programs include:
- Hands-on Activities and Flying Models
- Flight Simulation Sessions
- Aircraft Demonstrations
- Behind-the-Scenes Museum Gallery Explorations
- Aviation-Themed Games
- And Much, Much More!
Aviation Camp
Elementary Topics (K-5)
Aero Engineers
Air & Space
Drone Rangers
Fabulous Physics
Flight & Motion
Robo Mechanics
Science Magic
Test Pilot Academy
Wonders of Flight
Intermediate Topics (5-7)
Flight Design Lab
Spaceflight Tech
X-Plane Pilot
Camp Schedule and Availability
Camp Information - Daily Schedule
Camp Flyer
Camper Information and Medical Form
All camps are located at the Hiller Aviation Museum at the San Carlos Airport.
2023 Camp Topics
Spring/Summer 2023
Elementary Camp Topics, Ages 5-10
Winter 2022-2023
Elementary Camp Topics, Ages 5-11

Schedules Spring/Summer 2023
Camps meet full day, 9 AM – 4 PM. Regular camp check-in begins at 8:30 AM, and check-out ends at 4:15 PM. Extended PM hours are available for select sessions for an additional fee. Four major projects are completed daily. Children will be assigned to discrete teams and will remain with their team and with the same instructional staff for the entire session. Please see the Aviation Camp COVID-19 page for more information on measures taken to enhance the safety of campers, parents, staff and volunteers participating in Aviation Camp.

Scholarship Opportunities Available
The Summer Aero Club is a sponsored version of Aviation Camp available to students who meet federal criteria to receive free or reduced price meals at school. Select holiday sessions are available for Aero Club enrollment. Completion of a scholarship application is required to enroll. See the Summer Aero Club page for more information or to apply today.

Parental Permissions
Parents with campers already enrolled in a camp program who have not enrolled online may download the Camper Information and Medical Form and fill it out prior to the camp start date. Bring this form with you on the first day of camp. Please do not mail forms to the museum ahead of time.