Flight School Basics 2A

Description

A Hands-On Exploration of Flight Mechanics

Unleash your inner engineer with this immersive introductory module that brings the fascinating science of flight to life! Designed for learners with a curiosity for aviation, this eight-session program introduces real-world principles of flight through engaging hands-on activities. From crafting foam airplanes to experimenting in wind tunnel tests, this module allows you to explore the core forces that govern flight: lift, weight, thrust, and drag. Dive into scientific thinking as you learn not only how airplanes soar but how to design and refine your own flying creations.

Design, Build, and Test Your Own Aircraft

The learning experience is centered around creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration. Over the course of the program, participants will construct custom gliders and take them through the iterative design process to enhance performance. Modify control surfaces like rudders and elevators to adjust flight paths, achieve stability, and optimize distance. These interactive challenges help translate theoretical concepts into practical solutions, simulating real-world engineering dynamics. Each session builds toward a final project showcase, where learners present their designs and share insights gathered along the way.

Ignite Passion for STEM and Team Collaboration

This flight module goes beyond individual experimentation and fosters a collaborative environment to encourage teamwork. Group builds and peer feedback sessions enable participants to solve engineering challenges collectively, promoting idea-sharing and critical thinking. The program blends creativity and STEM fundamentals, instilling confidence and igniting passion for aerospace engineering in budding minds. At the end of this exciting journey, each learner will walk away with a solid understanding of how aircraft fly—and the pride of having designed one themselves!

Whether you’re a STEM educator looking to engage students or a parent seeking enriching extracurricular activities, this module is an ideal way to inspire curiosity and problem-solving skills. Take flight with us and empower young minds to reach new heights in engineering!

Level 2: Module A

Grades 4-6

Corona: Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:30 pm

OC: Thursdays: 3:30 – 5:00 pm

Fall: 8 weeks Starting week of August 25th

Spring: 8 weeks Starting week January 12th