The nearest airport to TechLabs Overnight Flight Camp is 1. St. Gallen Altenrhein Airport -OR- 2. Zürich International Airport. Airport pickup is available upon request. Contact us by email for further information
3 Months+ @100%, 1 Month – 3 Months @50%, 0 – 1 Month @20%
Flight Camp instructors have a minimum of college level experience specifically focused on model airplane construction, physics, electrical engineering.
Supervisor instructors are 10+ year experienced child-care providers in a state accredited educational institution.
Participation in Pestalozzi Kinderdorf training for conflict intervention and resolution. Site training in first aid and first responder resources.
Yes, Swiss Criminal Extracts for working with vulnerable populations. References from accrediting institutions required.
We staff for multi-lingual and multi-cultural support as a matter of course. We have an active financial support program in Central Europe which naturally attracts children from diverse cultures and financial means.
Personal devices are collected after evening chill time and returned to participants after breakfast. Personal devices are to be used exclusively for content associated with the flight camp program, gathering personal media files of flight camp experiences or to communicate with parents. The use of personal devices for any other purpose will not be tolerated.
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Alpine Adventure Aviation Camp in the Swiss Alps! Embark on an unforgettable journey with our Overnight Summer Camp nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps! This immersive experience is tailored for young aviation enthusiasts who dream of soaring through the skies. Our unique focus? Building and flying remote-controlled planes amidst the stunning alpine landscapes. Camp Highlights: Scenic Swiss Setting: The Pestalozzi children’s village is located high above Lake Constance, surrounded by the rolling hills of the Appenzellerland, our camp provides a picturesque and inspiring environment for every budding aviator. RC Plane Crafting: Campers will learn the art of building their very own remote-controlled Flite Test planes from scratch! Our expert instructors will guide them through the process, instilling a sense of pride in their handcrafted creations. Flight Training: Take to the skies! Campers will receive hands-on flight training, honing their piloting skills as they navigate their RC planes through challenging yet exhilarating mountainous terrains. Adventure Activities: Beyond aviation, our camp offers a variety of thrilling outdoor activities such as hiking, nature exploration, and playing games, fostering camaraderie among the young aviators. In addition, students will participate in a digital radio program production course. Cultural Exchange: Immerse in Swiss culture with local excursions, traditional Swiss cuisine, and engaging activities that offer a holistic experience of the region. TechLabs has reserved 1/3 (20 per week) of our camp spaces for participants needing financial assistance. Families interested will need to demonstrate financial need (example: membership in Caritas, Familien Pass+, or other official documents), asylum or refugee status. We offer sibling discounts of 10% per sibling.
Traditional chalet style houses at the Pestalozzi Kinderdorf. Each house is divided into 5 rooms of four children, and each house has separate rooms for 3 adult counselors. Kids are separated into rooms by gender, age and preference (can accommodate friends and siblings based on availability).Professional and experienced catering provided by the Pestalozzi Kinderdorf at their full-time, year-round cafeteria house by a seasoned staff, capable of meeting dietary restrictions.
Main Activities:
Build Model Airplanes - We have builds for complete beginners up to seasoned pros. We have the full range of electronic components and building materials to build elaborate and large scale airplanes. In addition, we have state of the art 3D Printing and Laser Cutting Capability
Learn Fabrication - Learn how to 3D Print or Laser Cut your own custom features for airplanes
Learn To Fly - Learn from our young, expert trainers that have many years of experience building, flying and instructing others. Our equipment features "buddy boxing" capabilities to make sure kids stay in the air and can rely on our instructors for back-up when they lose control. Use our simulators to learn how to fly before taking your real airplane to the skies.
Learn Aviation Basics - Learn about aerodynamics, the physics of flying (power plant, control surfaces, lift, etc), while applying your knowledge through iterative application to your airplanes.
Participate in Flying Projects:
Put your airplane and flying skills to use: Races, Functional Skill applications, and the "Final Day Fly-In Extravaganza" where all the airplanes take to the air to show off skills and physical appearance.
Learn Radio Production Skills - Take advantage of the Pestalozzi Kinderdorf's commitment to teaching camp participants Digital Audio Media production for Radio Broadcast or Podcast. Kids will learn the basics of reportage, radio journalism, digital editing audio skills, and broadcasting via Radio and Internet. A variety of outdoor activities taking advantage of our location in the Swiss Alps and proximity to nearby natural resources: Lake Constanz, Hiking, Stand-Up Paddle Board, Kayak Evening / Alternative Activities: Table Tennis, Gaming Night, Movie Night, St. Gallen Airport Tour, Drei Weieren Lakeside Swimming, Farm Visit, Biking, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting
German, French, Italian
7:30 Prepare For the day8:00 Breakfast9:00 Workshop Time - Airplane build, preparation10:00 - 12:00 Flight Session/Testing12:00 - 12:30 Lunch Prep / Chill12:30 - 13:00 Lunch13:00 - 14:00 Chill - Outdoor Activity14:00 - 15:30 Build / Flight Time15:30 - 16:00 Snack16:00 - 17:30 Build / Flight Time17:30 - 18:30 Dinner18:30 - 19:30 Evening Outdoor Activity19:30 - 20:30 Evening Chill - Gaming/Device Time With Family20:30 - 21:30 End Of Day Wrap Up/Prepare for bed.
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The camp was amazing, and TechLabs was great with Peter and his friends. It is such a nice memory for all of us, and we are happy that we chose Techlabs for Peter’s camp