Young Aviators, ages 13 to 18

Learn to think like a Captain, long before you fly like one

The skills that make a great Captain are the same skills that help at school, in sport and in life. Captain Thinking for young people brings them to life through real flying scenarios.

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Skills

What young people learn

Calm under pressure

Slowing down, taking a breath and working the problem one step at a time.

Clear decisions

A simple Captain's framework for weighing options and choosing well.

Speaking up

Finding the confidence to say what you see, politely and clearly.

Teamwork

How the best crews share ideas, listen and look out for each other.

Digital workbook

The Young Pilot's Decision Kit

A downloadable workbook to read, think about and talk through together. Ideal for aspiring pilots, air cadets and curious minds.

£19

  • Ten flying scenarios written for young people, each with a real Captain's reasoning
  • A simple decision framework based on the one airline pilots use
  • Reflection pages to think about your own choices, in and out of aviation
  • Discussion prompts for parents, teachers and air cadet leaders

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For parents

A note for parents and guardians

All purchases are made by a parent or guardian aged 18 or over. We do not collect personal details from children, and nothing on this page is a substitute for formal flight training.