CTE & STEM Solutions for K-12

Empower the Next Generation of Aviation Leaders

We provide cutting-edge simulation and classroom management solutions tailored for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and K-12 aviation programs. Backed by extensive experience in the flight training industry and guided by in-house primary education experts, we help you design, build, and expand a future-ready aviation curriculum.

Simulation in the Classroom

Elevate Learning with Hands-On Flight Simulation

In a rapidly evolving world, students need dynamic, real-world learning experiences to stay ahead. Simulator-based aviation education delivers immersive, hands-on training that not only engages students but also equips them with critical skills for the aviation workforce. By integrating advanced simulation into your curriculum, you can cultivate confident, workforce-ready leaders prepared to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.

Preparing Students for Aviation Careers

Give your students a clear path to success in the aviation industry. Our solutions provide the skills, training, and certifications they need to launch a rewarding career.

Learning That Takes Flight

Transform your classroom into an interactive, hands-on environment where students don't just learn concepts—they apply them to real-world aviation scenarios.

The Trusted Industry Standard

Redbird is the global leader in pilot training simulation, trusted by more than 3,000 Flight Training Organizations worldwide to deliver cutting-edge technology that meets the highest standards of aviation education.

Bringing STEM to Life

Aviation is the ultimate STEM learning experience, integrating technology, engineering, and physical sciences in a way that engages students beyond textbooks. With flight simulation, they don’t just learn the principles—they experience them firsthand.

Built for K-12 Classrooms

A K-12 learning environment is unique, and your students aren't paying, adult customers—they're future aviators. That's why we engineered our hardware and software solutions with direct input from educators and K-12 programs, ensuring they are classroom-ready, durable, and student-friendly.

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Tailored Solutions for the Classroom

A K-12 classroom isn't the same environment as a flight school and your students aren't paying, adult customers. That's why we designed and built our hardware and software solutions with input from our in-house teachers and feedback from our K-12 customers. Robust, reliable, and created with the classroom in-mind.

Redbird Jay Velocity

A highly robust simulator designed for demanding environments like middle and high schools, museums, and public access kiosks. The clean-sheet design prioritizes one thing for the classroom: Get the student learning with a minimum of fuss.

Redbird TRACON

Managing multiple student pilots in a classroom setting has never been easier. TRACON, Redbird Flight’s advanced classroom management system, allows educators to control, monitor, and communicate with multiple Redbird simulators from a single interface. Designed for K-12, vocational, large flight training operations, and university aviation programs, TRACON brings unparalleled efficiency and immersion to aeronautics education.

Redbird TD2

The Redbird TD2 takes the advanced flight training tools found on our large simulators and puts them in a desktop device. With its impressive range of features and training tools, it’s no surprise that the TD2 has been FAA approved as a Basic Aviation Training Device.

Hundreds of K-12 & CTE Educators Trust Redbird

“There are plenty of sims you can buy out there, some cheaper, some more expensive, but what really matters to me is the follow-up. I am not computer literate at all and they can walk me through the update.”
Vinny Lostetter
Vinny Lostetter
JROTC Instructor, Vista High School
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Funding Your Aviation CTE Program

Funding Your Aviation CTE/STEM Program is a playbook for determining the best source of money for your organization and how to achieve your fundraising goals.