Massport Welcomes Over 1,200 Students for Annual STEM Expo at Boston Logan

The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport), in partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), yesterday hosted over 1,200 local middle and high school students for the annual Aviation & Maritime STEM Expo. This unique event, the largest in the region, featured over 83 exhibits aimed at encouraging students to learn all about STEM and sustainability, and hopefully encourage them to pursue careers in these fields. This year, 33 aircraft touched down for display, ranging from a FedEx Boeing 767 to small private planes and gliders. Guests also explored plenty of attractions on the ground, including Massport Fire Department fire trucks, a bomb squad robot from the Massachusetts State Police, a full flight simulator setup, and interactive exhibits showcasing the latest sustainability technology.

"The STEM expo is a fun and engaging opportunity for students to explore some of today's most innovated career fields," said Rich Davey, Massport CEO. "The aviation, maritime and sustainability fields continue to evolve and grow, and today's students will help shape their future. It's a privilege to welcome these schools, and we hope this experience encourages students to learn more about the STEM fields and imagine the many ways they can make an impact."

Students from 47 schools across the Greater Boston region came out for the event, including students from schools in the Merrimack Valley, Blackstone Valley, the South Shore, Cape Cod, and New Hampshire's Seacoast. For more than 30 years, Massport has been committed to introducing students to STEM fields and inspiring curiosity about careers in aviation, maritime industries, engineering, science, and beyond. The program aims to encourage the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry leaders.

Hundreds of personnel from Massport, the FAA, the U.S. Department of Transportation, Massachusetts State Police, MBTA, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), U.S. Navy Sea Cadets, National Aviation Academy, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Boston EMS, and others shared how their STEM education led them to their current roles, and how these students can change the world in the future.