NCASE is the premier aerospace education conference of its kind in the nation. It is also one of Civil Air Patrol's major contributions to America's aerospace education classrooms.

Presented annually since 1968, NCASE brings together educators from around the nation to learn from a variety of gifted speakers and motivational teachers.

In this day and age, more than ever before there is an increasing for aerospace education and to motivate our youth. 

They represent the next generation of future technicians, engineers and scientists who will maintain America's leadership in  High-Tech industry, technology and space exploration. 

Aerospace-oriented hands-on activities for all grade levels are offered in a variety of break-out sessions. Educators share new experiences and discover learning tools that will capture the imagination of their students. Teachers learn how the wonders of aviation and space make ordinary subjects come alive in an extraordinary way. NCASE is also a venue for Civil Air Patrol members to network with others, expand knowledge and share techniques to use in classrooms/squadrons across the country.