Bowling Green Students Get Hands-On Aviation STEM
Students in grades six through eight can join FlightLabs, a robotics, coding, and drone program run by the Aviation Heritage Park and Museum.
Updated on Nov. 13, 2026 in Scholarships
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Aviation Heritage Park and Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, has launched FlightLabs, a hands-on STEM program for students in grades six through eight. AT&T contributed $20,000 to help fund the program, which is expected to begin in spring 2027.
Why it matters
The program is designed to give students exposure to aviation and technology careers that some may never otherwise learn about, and organizers say they prioritize reaching students who need these opportunities most. Donor funding such as AT&T's $20,000 helps the program reach families who might not otherwise afford enrichment activities.
AT&T contributed $20,000 to FlightLabs, and the program is projected to reach about 185 participants by the end of August 2027. Eligibility is aimed at students in grades six through eight, and the source does not describe any tuition or fee requirement.
The players
AT&T
A major telecommunications company that contributed $20,000 to fund FlightLabs.
Aviation Heritage Park and Museum
A Bowling Green, Kentucky museum that operates FlightLabs and focuses on aviation history and education.
The details
FlightLabs combines multiple hands-on experiences, including robotics, coding, drones, and flight simulations. Students work alongside educators, pilots, and engineers as they take part in these activities. Families register for the program through the museum's Facebook page.
Timeline
Spring 2027: FlightLabs is expected to begin.
End of August 2027: the program is expected to reach about 185 participants.
Education Landscape
FlightLabs is a community-based enrichment program that sits alongside school-based STEM instruction rather than replacing it. Programs like this one are often funded through corporate partnerships and local institutions, which can expand access for students who lack exposure to technical careers.
Families of students in grades six through eight can watch for the program's spring 2027 start and register through the museum's Facebook page. Parents with questions about cost or eligibility are best served by contacting the museum directly.
The takeaway
Community programs funded by corporate donors can open doors to aviation and technology careers for middle-grade students who might not otherwise encounter them. Families interested in FlightLabs can check the museum's Facebook page for registration details as the spring 2027 start approaches.
Further reading
For more on programs that help families pay for enrichment, see Scholarships.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wbko.
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