Camp · STEM · Ages 8–12 · $399/week
▌ STEM · Ages 8–12

X-Planes & Supersonic Flight

Lowry · $399/week

X-Planes & Supersonic Flight is a day camp offered by the Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, focusing on aviation history, engineering, and flight pr...

▌ Editor's read The Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum offers the X-Planes & Supersonic Flight day camp, designed for children aged 8-10. The camp focuses on aviation history, engineering, and flight principles, utilizing the museum's extensive collection of aircraft and exhibits. The museum itself has a strong reputation, with a Google rating of 4.8 stars based on over 3,000 reviews, frequently praised for its engaging exhibits and educational programs. The camp website does not specify staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. The Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum is a non-profit organization. Social media handles include @wingsmuseum on Instagram and WingsMuseum on Facebook, both actively maintained.
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 8–12

X-Planes & Supersonic Flight sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right stem fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Address: 7711 East Academy Blvd, Denver, CO 80230
  • Phone: (303) 360-5360
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about X-Planes & Supersonic Flight

What ages does X-Planes & Supersonic Flight accept?
X-Planes & Supersonic Flight is open to children ages 8–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does X-Planes & Supersonic Flight cost?
X-Planes & Supersonic Flight publishes $399/week for the standard session. That sits 58% below the $949 median for stem camps in Denver, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are X-Planes & Supersonic Flight's hours?
X-Planes & Supersonic Flight runs 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs X-Planes & Supersonic Flight?
X-Planes & Supersonic Flight is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does X-Planes & Supersonic Flight provide lunch?
X-Planes & Supersonic Flight does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does X-Planes & Supersonic Flight compare to other stem camps in Denver?
X-Planes & Supersonic Flight is one of 43 stem camps in Denver that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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