For Scouts with their heads in the clouds in a good way, the Aviation merit badge has long been a high-flying favorite. But now, thanks to a brand-new digital resource guide, it’s soaring to new heights.
That’s right — the Aviation merit badge is officially the first to feature an online interactive resource guide packed with multimedia tools. Think of it like a modern merit badge pamphlet reimagined for the digital age. It’s loaded with videos and linked resources that bring the science and excitement of aviation right to Scouts’ screens.
What’s new and what’s the same in the Aviation merit badge experience
Want to see aviation and pilots depicted in film? There’s a carousel of movie trailers for Scouts to check out. Want to learn how aviation factors into branches of the military? The resource guide has Scouts covered with videos on aviation in the military too. How about real-world applications of flight? There are tons of resources to show, instead of tell, Scouts how aviation shapes our world.
Of course, the badge still covers the same great content that is a hallmark of the Aviation merit badge. Scouts will still learn the basic principles of flight. They’ll still build miniature aircraft. And they’ll still get hands-on experience in the practice of aviation (which, yes, includes the fan-favorite requirement option of a discovery flight in a real aircraft).
By combining real-world exploration with easy-to-use digital resources, the Aviation merit badge is more exciting — and accessible — than ever. Whether your Scout is dreaming of the Air Force or engineering or just wants to know what keeps planes in the air, this badge is the perfect launchpad.
Ready for takeoff? With new digital resources, aviation isn’t just something Scouts read about — it’s something they experience. Check out the Aviation digital resource guide — it’s live and online now!
For leaders who want to be involved in the Aviation merit badge
If you’re a qualified adult with experience in the aviation field, check out the robust resource offering for Aviation merit badge counselors that helps support both the traditional merit badge pamphlet and the digital resource guide. Learn more and consider if merit badge counseling might be the right way for you to get involved with Scouting.
Inspire Leadership, Foster Values: Donate to Scouting
When you give to Scouting, you are making it possible for young people to have extraordinary opportunities that will allow them to embrace their true potential and become the remarkable individuals they are destined to be.
Donate Today