DHS student Jack Irwin-Weyant spent a week at EAA Basic Air Academy in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, where he had a comprehensive experience in aeronautics. His instruction included flight simulations as well as lectures about aerodynamics, mechanical engineering, aviation law and navigation.
“I learned just how challenging it is to take off and land a plane. The simulation was so convincing that sometimes I forgot I wasn’t actually in a plane. While in the rocket design workshop, I enjoyed working with my hands and learning to use new tools. That experience has caused me to also consider a career in aerodynamic engineering.
The highlight of my EAA experience was my plane ride in a Cessna 117. My flight instructor, Peaches, took off and landed but gave me the controls once we were airborne. I can now see how my physics class at Decatur High School applies to aviation. I plan to continue my aviation journey throughout this school year.”
