Aviation Club UW–Madison
Join

You don't have to be a pilot.

Whether you're already a pilot, studying engineering, interested in aviation careers, or simply fascinated by airplanes, there's a place for you in Aviation Club.

Join on Campus Groups
The Aviation Club booth at the student org fair, with the flight simulator and a Sonex wing rib on display
Our booth at the student org fair, September 2026.
Who can join

Any UW–Madison student.

Any major, any year, any level of experience. No aviation background required.

What members do

Pick your way in.

Build

Work on the aircraft and other engineering projects.

Learn

Speakers, workshops, and meetings.

Fly

Trips, simulator, and flight experiences.

Connect

Careers, networking, and community.

How to join

Three steps.

  1. Join on Campus Groups

    Official membership runs through the university's RSO system.

  2. Come to a meeting

    See upcoming events.

  3. Find your project

    Jump into the aircraft build, events, or career programming.

Open roles

Apply for an officer or project role.

Want to take on more responsibility? No application needed. Just email aviationclub@rso.wisc.edu and tell us which role you're interested in.

Our organization provides comprehensive training and mentorship for all roles listed below. If you have past experience, please indicate that in your email to help us get to know you better.