2021 Aviation Camp registration is now open.
Inspiration takes flight at Aviation Camp!
Get out of the house and explore the wonder of flight at Aviation Camp! Immersive programs provide fun and educational experiences for kids ages 5-12.
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 and county health orders regulating day camp operations. A generous cancellation policy is in place to provide additional flexibility and peace of mind to families.
- Summer registrations fully refundable through April 30 – no processing fee applied!
- Cancellations allowed less a nominal processing fee up to two weeks prior to camp start date.
- Full refunds issued if camp sessions are cancelled due to changes in public health orders.
- Special health procedures are in effect at Aviation Camp – see the COVID-19 page for details.
Aviation Camp is a week-long day camp program in aviation and aerospace for children ages 5-12. Students aged 13-17 as of June 1, 2021 may apply as Aviation Camp Volunteers .
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)
Air & Space
Drone Rangers (Half Day)
Extreme Flight
Flight Science Lab
Physics Flyers
Pilot Cadets
Robo Mechanics
Intermediate Topics (5-7)
Camp Schedule and Availability
Camp Information - Daily Schedule
Camper Information and Medical Form
Camper Welcome Letter
Aviation Camp Flyer
All camps are located at the Hiller Aviation Museum at the San Carlos Airport.
2021 Camp Topics
Summer 2021
Elementary Camp Topics, Ages 5-10
Schedules Spring/Summer 2021
All Aviation Camp programs are operated in compliance with San Mateo County Health Order c19-11 and California state health guidance specific to day camp operations. Camps meet full day, 9 AM – 4 PM. Four major projects are completed daily. Children will be assigned to groups of 14 or less and will remain with their group and with the same instructional staff for the entire session. Please see the Aviation Camp COVID-19 page for more information.
Extended Hours
Extended Hours are available for an additional fee. PM Extended Hours are 4:00 – 5:00 pm (5:30 pm mid-June through mid-August). Morning sign-in begins at 8:30 AM for all campers.
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. DO NOT MAIL THE FORM TO THE MUSEUM AHEAD OF TIME.