Space and Rocketry School
Space and Rocketry School - NCSA
Civil Air Patrol Training Center
Brownsville / South Padre Island International Airport
702 S. Vermillion Ave, Gate #15, Brownsville, Texas 78521
2026 Dates-
Wednesday, June 10th, Arrival Day-check-in by 6 pm. Starts at 6pm.
Thursday, June 11th Day 1
Friday, June 12th Day 2
Saturday, June 13th Day 3
Sunday, June 14th Day 4
Monday, June 15th Day 5
Tuesday, June 16th Day 6 Graduation out by noon
This 6-day immersive aerospace and rocketry training program is designed for CAP cadets ages 14-20. It combines Civil Air Patrol Aerospace Education, STEM education, hands-on rocketry engineering, aerospace leadership, and military-style discipline to prepare future innovators, engineers, and leaders in space exploration.
Through applied learning, field experiences, and expert instruction, participants will:
• Build & Launch Rockets – Complete the Civil Air Patrol Rocketry Badge requirements, learning principles of aerodynamics, propulsion, and orbital mechanics.
• Engage in Aerospace Training – Participate in mission simulations, explore flight dynamics, and understand real-world aerospace applications.
• Tour Cutting-Edge Facilities – Participants visit an air traffic control tower and National Weather Station to study real-world aerospace operations. Pending confirmation, there may be an opportunity to gain firsthand insight into spaceflight technology with a tour of the SpaceX launch facility.
• Develop Leadership & Teamwork – Train in decision-making under pressure, mission planning, and team coordination, simulating real-world aerospace command scenarios.
• Earn Certification & Recognition – Successfully complete 80% of the program with a graduation ceremony, recognizing participants' achievements in aerospace engineering, leadership, and technical proficiency.
By the end of the event, cadets will have a deeper understanding of space science, rocketry, and aerospace operations while fostering critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills essential for aviation, aerospace, and STEM careers.
**** Important Payment Dates: ****
April 15: Standard Tuition Payment Window ends. Pay your tuition in full by this date to save $100
April 16-22: Late Payment Window. A $100 late fee is automatically added to your invoice if not paid in full by April 15.
April 23: Anyone not paid in full will be unslotted and your slot offered to another cadet. IF you are unable to attend, please email me so I can offer your slot to another cadet.
