Lakeland Aero Club

The Lakeland Aero Club is a high school flying Club that teaches high school and college age students how to fly and restore antique airplanes. Members of the Club have the ability to receive hands on experience in any aspect of aviation they so desire. Membership is available to any high school or college student within the ages of fourteen and ninteen, who express an interest in aviation, are of good moral character, and are academically achieving. Members of the Lakeland Aero Club are primarily responsible for maintaining the Club's aircraft, maintaining the Club's facility, and maintaining the Club's reputation under the supervision of certified aircraft mechanics. The Lakeland Aero Club exists to provide an opportunity for local youth to get involved and make a future in aviation. There were approximately 45 students in the Club in 2022.