AviNation USA
Youth aviation education magazine and media platform in Manson, Iowa
About AviNation USA
Youth Aviation Magazine, Future in Flight Podcast, Rising Star Program, K-12 Resources, $24.95 Subscriptions
Core Services & Expertise
AviNation USA operates as youth-focused aviation education magazine and media platform attracting, educating, and empowering young people in aviation through inspiring stories, expert insights, and career guidance.
Based in Manson, Iowa, AviNation publishes quarterly magazine featuring aviation stories, educational resources, industry news, and professional profiles connecting teachers and students to aviation concepts and career opportunities throughout aerospace industry.
Core positioning: "Become part of the Youth in Aviation Movement" emphasizing inspirational reader-submitted stories, Rising Star Program highlighting young aviators, comprehensive educational resources, and Future in Flight Podcast empowering next generation of aviation enthusiasts and professionals.
Operating through Creative Relay Media partnership, AviNation delivers content across multiple platforms including digital magazine, podcast episodes, educational curriculum resources, and American Dream Tour outreach program promoting aviation/aerospace education and career opportunities with subscriptions starting at $24.95 annually.
Core Services
AviNation Magazine: Quarterly publication featuring aviation stories, professional profiles, products & innovations, aerospace general interest content written by or for young audience providing insight into aviation future focusing on students, programs, events, and innovative approaches.
Future in Flight Podcast: Engaging audio content hosted by Shawn Staerker bringing inspiring stories from young aviators, expert insights from industry leaders, and practical guidance launching aviation dreams serving as launchpad for aspiring pilots, engineers, air traffic controllers, and aviation innovators.
Rising Star Program: Youth spotlight initiative highlighting young aviation enthusiasts demonstrating passion and dedication to aviation careers featuring profiles like Ava Shelly who discovered aviation passion at age 10 inspiring other young people to pursue aviation dreams.
Educational Resources: Comprehensive K-12 aviation education materials including aircraft weight and balance exercises, aviation careers guides, middle school curriculum, high school curriculum, scholarships resources connecting students with learning opportunities and career pathways.
Aviation Stories Platform: Reader-submitted inspirational stories written by or for young audience covering education, careers, professional profiles, products & innovations providing authentic voices from students, mentors, and mentees throughout aviation community.
American Dream Tour: Outreach program to youth promoting aviation/aerospace education and career opportunities with next steps guidance bringing aviation experiences directly to communities inspiring students to consider aviation careers.
Industry News Coverage: Latest aviation happenings featuring STEM programs, flight schools, aerospace innovations, training developments keeping young audience informed about industry trends and opportunities relevant to career planning.
Subscription Services: Individual and group one-year subscriptions (4 issues) starting at $24.95 with gift subscription options supporting magazine mission of attracting, educating, and empowering youth in aviation enabling continued publication and outreach.
Certifications & Authorizations
Educational Focus: Dedicated youth aviation education mission with content reviewed for accuracy and educational value serving teachers, students, parents, and young aviation enthusiasts throughout K-12 and young adult demographics.
Industry Partnerships: Collaborations with National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Women in Aviation International (WAI), Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), Aviation Supplies & Academics supporting educational content quality.
Professional Editorial Standards: Quality content and photos for upcoming issues with reader submissions welcome ensuring authentic voices and experiences shared maintaining educational integrity and inspirational messaging.
Geographic Coverage
Headquarters: Manson, Iowa, United States
Service Reach: Nationwide United States distribution through subscriptions, digital access worldwide through online magazine and podcast platforms
Outreach: American Dream Tour visits communities across United States
Client Benefits & Advantages
Students, parents, teachers, young aviators, and aviation educators selecting AviNation USA benefit from comprehensive youth-focused aviation education resources:
- Affordable Access: Individual subscriptions starting at $24.95 annually (4 quarterly issues) providing cost-effective aviation education content with gift subscriptions available supporting magazine mission enabling continued youth outreach and content development.
- Multi-Platform Learning: Quarterly magazine, Future in Flight Podcast, digital resources, educational curriculum materials providing diverse learning formats accommodating different learning styles and preferences for accessing aviation education content.
- Authentic Youth Voices: Reader-submitted stories from students, mentors, mentees sharing real experiences, challenges, successes inspiring young people through relatable narratives demonstrating aviation career accessibility and diverse pathways.
- Comprehensive Resource Directory: K-12 educational materials from trusted organizations including FAA curriculum, AOPA high school programs, WAI career guides, scholarship resources providing structured pathways from initial interest through career preparation.
- Industry Expert Access: Podcast interviews with aviation professionals, industry leaders, young aviators providing practical guidance, career insights, and mentorship connections helping students understand aviation career realities and opportunities.
- Rising Star Recognition: Youth spotlight program celebrating young aviation enthusiasts providing visibility, inspiration, and role models demonstrating that aviation careers are achievable for dedicated young people regardless of background.
AviNation USA combines quarterly magazine publication, Future in Flight Podcast, Rising Star Program, and K-12 educational resources with $24.95 subscriptions, reader-submitted stories, industry partnerships, American Dream Tour outreach, and comprehensive career guidance serving students, teachers, parents, and young aviation enthusiasts emphasizing accessibility, inspiration, and practical aviation career preparation.
Quick Facts
- Organization: AviNation USA (Creative Relay Media partnership)
- Format: Quarterly magazine (4 issues/year) + podcast
- Subscription: $24.95 annually, gift subscriptions available
- Focus: Youth aviation education, career guidance, inspiration
- Programs: Rising Star Program, American Dream Tour, educational resources
- Content: Aviation stories, industry news, professional profiles, K-12 curriculum
- Reach: Nationwide US distribution, worldwide digital access
Contact
Email: jacob@avinationusa.com
Location
Manson, Iowa, United States
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