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Good news for the future of general aviation. We should be striving to get more groups involved in aviation

A few more students might be added to the ranks of prospective future pilots. Arizona Girl Scouts between the ages of 13 and 18 recently completed the six-day "Girls Can Fly" Discover Aviation Camp in Prescott, Arizona. The camp culminated with each of the seven girls taking a 30-minute flight lesson in a Cessna 172 with an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University instructor. The teenagers learned about aerodynamics, navigation, and careers in aviation; practiced air traffic control skills; built model airplanes; and toured the ERAU accident investigation and aerodynamics laboratories. This year, campers also enjoyed a special treat—flying Guidance Helicopters' new helicopter simulator. "This camp is a true example of how pilots come together to inspire future generations," said Stacy Howard, AOPA Western regional representative and founder of the program. "The entire Prescott-area aviation community gets involved." More than 100 girls have attended the camp during the program's eight-year history.

Source: AOPA e-Pilot Volume 8, Issue 25 • June 23, 2006

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