Explore Ambition
Located adjacent to the National Naval
Aviation Museum, the National Flight Academy
is a 102,000 sq. ft. four-story structure designed
to be fully and intensively immersive. The
NFA’s adventure begins with our landlocked,
virtual aircraft carrier, Ambition (CVT-11). Each
deck of Ambition is designed scenically and
theatrically to simulate a modern aircraft
carrier. The first deck houses the galley,
mess deck, administrative spaces and the
aircraft hangar bays. The second deck is
dedicated to academic spaces including
the operations and intelligence centers.
The third and fourth decks house berthing
(crew quarters), lounges and activity rooms.
The facility is designed in compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Virtual tour of Ambition
Take a “behind-the-scenes” tour of the
NFA’s virtual aircraft carrier, Ambition:
www.nationalflightacademy.com/virtualtour/
A day in the life of an AXP
Everyday the schedule begins at 0630 with
reveille. Ambition Experimental Pilots (AXPs)
are given time for a shower and personal
care, nutritious breakfast, and called to
their assigned stations by 0800. AXPs will be
briefed on the days’ action-packed mission
and will work together to create a master
plan, flight map, and debrief following the
completion of every mission. Each mission will
test AXPs’ mental agility, preparedness, and
communication skills, while demonstrating the
importance of teamwork and goal completion.
Through consistent simulator experience and
immersive role-play, AXPs will have ample
opportunity to see firsthand how those in Naval
Aviation respond to and avert emergencies
in real life. Later on, AXPs will also have a
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to watch the
famous Blue Angels (when available) practice
barrel rolls and aerobatic formations with an
unobstructed, front-row view of the fun!
Following an action-packed week, the
Ambition Experimental Pilots’ squadron
Commanders and the Captain will host a
graduation ceremony to celebrate the AXPs’
major accomplishments. The ceremony will
include awards, personal recognition, and
inspiring activities surrounding this exciting
accomplishment. Family and friends are
invited to attend graduation ceremonies.
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