The mission of the council is to ensure that Iowa has a world class STEM education system consistently supported at the state level. Iowa Governor’s Council reviews applicants from a competitive field and awarded the air museum the grant. Through legislative appropriation, the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council is able to offer exemplary STEM programs throughout the state. The 727 is in the final stages of renovation.”

“We are also integrating this curriculum into our new 727 STEM Learning Center that is sponsored by FedEx Express based in Memphis, Tennessee. “The air museum is proud to be a part of Iowa’s best STEM education programs,” says Larry Finley, Executive Director.

The drone program would offer youth the opportunity to use technology and problem-solving skills to enrich their education.” Jenn Taylor, board member and grant author said, “We strive to bring aviation related experiences to youth to foster a passion and excitement that may encourage them to seek an aviation related career in the future. Students will use physics, collaborate in flight teams, tackle engineering challenges and use science notebooks to reflect on their UAV experiences. Using mini drones, students will explore UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) technology, safety in using drones, capture aerial photos and videos, and explore the real-world applications and possibilities of drones. The curriculum will be featured in museum summer camps or after school programs. The program is designed to aid 4th – 8th graders explore STEM learning and drone careers.

Mid America Museum of Aviation and Transportation was awarded a Ready, Set, Drone grant by the Iowa Governor’s STEM Scale Up Program.

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