Atlanta, GA - This summer the Organization of Black Airline Pilots (OBAP) will hold 2 Aviation Career Education Camps sponsored by Delta Air Lines.

The purpose of each one-week program is to introduce interested youth to the world of aviation by exposing them to the many challenging careers and opportunities which the aviation industry has to offer.

During this time, you will receive instruction from volunteer aviation professionals and other members of the aviation and education communities.

As a member of an ACE Camp you will:

• Fly to another city aboard the Delta Dream Flight
• Take an orientation flight in a Cessna aircraft
• Receive basic aviation education
• Take field trips to different aviation related facilities
• Be introduced to aviation history
• Fly a full-motion flight simulator
• Learn the qualities of leadership
• Associate and work with other youth
• Meet professionals from the aviation community

Students must be physically capable of participating in camp activities. High standards of behavior and self-discipline are expected and students must abide by all camp regulations.

Application Process
The application deadline is: Monday June 2, 2008

The requirements are:

1. Submit a completed and signed ACE Camp application
2. Write and submit an essay of one page expressing your interest in aviation. You may include your hobbies, civic involvement, and extra-curricular activities
3. Submit a copy of your official school transcript or report card indicating your cumulative GPA (no need for original)
4. Submit a copy of your birth certificate (no need for original)

• On-line at www.acecamps.org
• Print and complete the on-line application or the application form in this brochure and mail to the following address;

  2008 Atlanta OBAP ACE Camp
  P.O. Box 310422
  Ben Hill Station
  Atlanta, GA 31131

  OBAP will acknowledge receipt of all applications within 14 days. If that does not occur, contact First Officer Michael Gaillard at michael.s.gaillard@delta.com.

Dates/Times/Location of Ace Camp:
Camp 1: 14-18 July 2008
Camp 2: 21-25 July 2008
Time: Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Location: The Delta Training Center, Delta Air Lines World Headquarters, Atlanta, GA

Additional information about the OBAP ACE Camps is available at: www.acecamps.org or www.obap.org.

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