Aviation Academy Applications Open

Applications opened for CLT's Aviation Academy on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Sessions begin in January 2026.

The eight-week program offers an opportunity to learn more about the Airport and its important regional role. It includes tours of the airfield and the terminal, along with presentations from CLT and its partners. Since 2017, the Aviation Academy has graduated 208 students.

“The Aviation Academy is a chance for the community to take a deep dive into what makes the airport work,” said Melissa Treadaway, CLT Community Affairs Manager. “Participants get a real behind-the-curtain look at CLT and many of our partners, as they learn what the airport’s impact on the region and its economy, and what it takes to keep one of the world’s busiest airports running smoothly.”

Applications are open until November 7, 2025, and spots fill up quickly. Learn more about how to register at CLTAviationAcademy.