The Australian Youth Aerospace Forum (AYAF) is a five-day interactive forum open to year 12 and year 11 students from all over Australia who are interested in a career in the Australian Aerospace Industry. It is a continuation of the Queensland  Youth Aerospace Forum (QYAF) which has been enjoyed by hundreds of students over the past ten years. The forum will highlight aerospace engineering or avionics options for university and higher education and the  employment possibilities in the industry after graduation.

AYAF is run by a team of young aerospace and avionics enthusiasts, many of whom are students studying related courses at university. AYAF will provide an invaluable opportunity for you to share their experiences of the industry and get advice on university life. Attendees will also visit two of Australia’s top aerospace engineering and avionics universities; the University of Queensland and the Queensland University of Technology. Attendees will hear from lecturers, industry specialists and current engineering, aerospace avionics and science students about pathways into the aerospace industry, including new technologies and research projects. A hands-on approach to experiencing the excitement of aerospace is fostered through group projects.

The forum will run from 5-9 July 2010 for $180 with accommodation on campus at the University of Queensland, Brisbane.

Quotes from students who attended the AYAF 2009:

"I had the best time! AYAF gave me the chance I needed to find out just what the industry involves. It was also a great opportunity to meet some amazing people and I recommend it to anyone who has even the smallest interest in aerospace as a career because it will convince you!" Kelli

"AYAF really opened my eyes to the university courses available which specialise you to work in the engineering sector of the aviation industry. The opportunities are amazing and the lectures are extremely informative and educational. You cannot miss this if you are looking at any carrer in the Aviation industry, a 10/10 effort." Johnathon

"I'd always dreamed of being a pilot and flying, but I never really thought it was possible. The Australian Youth Aerospace Forum taught me that I can become a part of the industry and fly as high as I want. The sky's not the limit." Sarah

"AYAF was great, and gave us an amazingly good introduction to the aerospace industry. It was inspiring, fun, and also helped a lot with university decisions." Rhianna