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Discover
Open aviation days, aircraft tours, simulators, and STEM activities help every student find their spark.
Seattle, Washington
Curiosity is where every flight begins.
We introduce young people to aviation, guide their growth through hands-on learning, and give families a clear path forward.
Our mission
One person’s encouragement can change the direction of a young life. We carry Fernando’s legacy forward by opening doors for the next generation.
To inspire and educate young people through meaningful aviation experiences, mentorship, and career development—while equipping families to support the journey.
The Fernando FlightPath
Access is open. Advancement is earned.
Students begin with discovery, build real knowledge, and move forward by showing effort, curiosity, and consistent participation.
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Learn
An eight-part FlightPath curriculum builds knowledge in flight, weather, navigation, safety, and careers.
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Advance
Students who demonstrate commitment can earn access to mentorship, discovery flights, camps, and scholarships.
Eight-week curriculum
Knowledge that turns wonder into direction.
FlightPath gives students a practical foundation in aviation. No prior experience is required—only curiosity, effort, and a willingness to learn.
MODULE 01
How airplanes fly
MODULE 02
Aircraft controls
MODULE 03
Airports & air traffic
MODULE 04
Aviation weather
MODULE 05
Navigation & planning
MODULE 06
Safety & decisions
MODULE 07
Aviation careers
MODULE 08
Simulator mission
Student commitment
We measure effort, not privilege.
Advanced opportunities are earned through participation. A student’s family income, previous flight experience, and ability to purchase training are never measures of interest.
30 pts
Attendance & punctuality
25 pts
Projects & activities
20 pts
Participation & questions
15 pts
Personal aviation goal
10 pts
Initiative beyond class
Students generally attend at least 80% of sessions. Make-up work, reasonable accommodations, and a path to reapply ensure that one setback never permanently closes the door.
For families
A clearer path for parents, too.
We help families understand training routes, costs, scholarships, FAA requirements, college options, and how to recognize reputable programs.
Parent participation is encouraged, but a child is never unfairly penalized when work, transportation, language, or family circumstances get in the way.
Fernando’s legacy
One person’s support can change a life.
Fernando’s encouragement, guidance, and belief helped create opportunities for his family. This foundation carries those values forward by opening the world of aviation to young people.
One legacy. Thousands of possibilities.
Launching in Seattle
Help build the first FlightPath cohort.
We are building connections with students, families, educators, aviation professionals, volunteers, and community partners who believe opportunity should begin with exposure.
Students & families
Mentors & volunteers
Schools & partners