
Southwestern Idaho Capstone for Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholars
Host:
Gowen Field
Date:
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Time:
This will be an all-day event.
Overview:
- Explore the FAA Boise tower and observe air traffic from the top.
- Stop by the National Weather Service and meet weather professionals.
- Visit Idaho Military History Museum.
- Be honored at VIP luncheon.
- Receive your Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholars Certificate.
Visit 124th Fighter Wing - Idaho Air National Guard:
- Meet A-10 pilots and Demo Team.
- Mod Hangar where A -10s are modified for different operations
- "Fly" an A-10 Full Mission Trainer.
- Cockpit briefing from pilots on how math and science play a role in day-to-day duties.
Location:
4748 Lindbergh St.
Boise, ID 83705
Maps:
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Capstone Goals:
- Provide ISAS students with a deeper appreciation of Idaho STEM opportunities in higher education, industry, and government;
- Connect ISAS students to programs and professionals to help students continue their exploration of STEM careers;
- Provide a forum for ISAS students to meet face to face and to celebrate student learning gained from the online STEM course.