The Aero Xperience: Aviation in Action is more than a program. It’s a movement. Created by Black Women in Aviation in partnership with 2MQ Consulting, this initiative aims to introduce middle and high school students to aviation careers through immersive, hands-on experiences. From piloting to drone tech, air traffic control to aerospace engineering, we’re connecting students with real-world pathways and industry leaders in aviation.
This isn’t just another career fair – it’s Aviation in Action.
Why It Matters
For flight schools, aviation training institutions, and aerospace companies, marketing and outreach are ongoing challenges. With lean staffing and limited resources, it’s difficult to build sustainable pipelines of future talent. Traditional efforts, like career fairs, often fall short, leaving students with brochures but no clear direction. Through the Aero Xperience, we’re changing that.
We’re planting seeds earlier – in middle and high school – and nurturing them through partnerships, curriculum, and community. We’re building a runway to careers by offering immersive, purpose-driven engagement that connects youth to real opportunities across aviation and aerospace.
How It Works
We start by meeting students where they are, with dynamic events, education partnerships, and interactive classroom programming that open their eyes to what’s possible. From there, we connect them to:
- STEM kits & aviation curriculum
- Airport tours tied to in-class learning
- Hands-on drone experiences
- Mentorship and industry exposure
- Training centers, aviation training schools, and additional resources
We’re all about creating momentum and connecting the dots from classroom to beyond the cockpit, or wherever their dreams take them. This includes both flying and non-flying, as well as manned and unmanned careers. We seek to expose the vastness of careers even in the business operations side of aviation. We make it memorable.
Where We’re Launching
North Carolina – Fall 2025
Why NC? As the birthplace of flight, North Carolina has a legacy to reclaim and use to reimagine the future. From the Wright Brothers to Boom Supersonic, GE Aerospace, HondaJet, Causey Aviation, and the newly added JetZero, as well as drone delivery, this state is home to innovation, charting the course of less-traveled, yet significant, aircraft and engine manufacturing. It’s time for the next generation to take flight.
To launch the program, Aero Xperience is launching its inaugural event in Wake County in October 2025, introducing a fresh, hands-on approach to exploring the world of flight. Designed to inspire the next generation of aviation professionals, this initiative blends tech-driven exploration, hands-on learning, and mentorship from industry experts.
This future-focused program sparks curiosity and builds real-world connections, bridging classroom learning with career opportunities. With hands-on tech, engaging activities, live demonstrations, and direct access to aviation pros, Aviation in Action is a launchpad for tomorrow’s leaders.
The event is proudly organized and hosted by Monica Meadows, Founder of 2MQ Consulting and COO of Black Women in Aviation, in partnership with Samantha T. Mitchell, Founder of Black Women in Aviation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
This event is sponsored by Piedmont Airlines, Elizabeth City University, 2MQ Consulting and Black Women in Aviation. Special mention and thanks to our partner, City of Raleigh for their support.
Event Details:
Reserve your spot now — space is limited!
Date: Oct 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Barwell Road Community Center, 5857 Barwell Park Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
Delaware – Spring 2026
Delaware is next on the runway for the Aero Xperience: Aviation in Action program – we’re expanding the Aero Xperience into backyards, classrooms, and community centers across each of the focus states. The goal?
Together, we expose, inspire, educate, and connect the next generation to the world of opportunities in aviation.
The Aero Xperience is more than a pathway to jobs; it’s about vision, empowerment, and access. From aviation dreams to airborne confidence, we’re creating unforgettable, hands-on experiences that inspire the next generation.
Ready to bring Aviation into Action? Whether you’re looking to support, collaborate, or partner with us, we’d love to connect.
