About this Event
Your aviation career can start sooner than you think.
Ever wondered what it actually takes to become a pilot—or build a career anywhere in aviation?
The DreamLaunch Tour is touching down at Jessup University for a free afternoon designed to help students, families, aspiring aviators and career-changers turn an interest in aviation into a real plan.
Meet AviationStart founder and FAA aviation education ambassador Jamail Larkins and discover opportunities across the aviation industry—from professional pilots and aircraft maintenance to air traffic control, airport operations, engineering and more.
You’ll learn:
• How different aviation career paths work
• What steps you can take now to get started
• How flight training and aviation education fit together
• Where to find scholarships and funding resources
• How to connect with training programs, mentors and industry opportunities
DreamLaunch has reached more than 68,000 aspiring aviation professionals, and AviationStart connects future aviators with resources representing $20M+ in aviation scholarships and funding opportunities.
Whether aviation has been your dream for years or you’re just beginning to explore what’s possible, come discover your next step.
Admission is free. Reserve your spot today.
Agenda
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Doors & Check-In
Info: Arrive, get settled and connect with event representatives.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
Welcome & DreamLaunch Kickoff
Info: Welcome from Jessup University and introduction to the DreamLaunch experience.
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:00 PM
Turning an Aviation Dream Into a Career
Info: Jamail Larkins shares his aviation journey and a practical roadmap for getting started.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
Explore Aviation Career Pathways
Info: Discover careers in the cockpit and beyond, including pilots, maintenance, air traffic control, airport operations, engineering and more.
🕑: 01:45 PM - 02:15 PM
Scholarships, Training Pathways & Paying for Your Aviation Future
Info: Learn about aviation scholarships, funding resources, and training opportunities.
🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:35 PM
Education, Scholarships & Your Next Step
Info: Explore ways to turn your interest into action, including collegiate aviation and flight-training pathways.
🕑: 02:35 PM - 03:00 PM
Q&A + Connections
Info: Ask questions and connect with aviation professionals and resources.
Event venue & nearby stays
2121 University Ave, 2121 University Avenue, Rocklin, United States
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