Audience
Educators
Grade Levels
Grades 5-8, Grades 9-12
Subject
Mathematics, Physical Science, Measurement and Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Flight and Aeronautics, Forces and Motion
FUTURE FLIGHT
Aerolab
Aerolab is a hands-on activity designed to introduce students to the concepts behind flight. Through experimentation, students will discover the effects of weight and drag on an aircraft, as well as explore how changes in thrust make a big difference in aircraft performance. Students will learn how forces such as lift, weight, thrust and drag can affect an aircraft in flight.
Grade Level: 5-12
Time Required: 120 minutes
National Science Standards Addressed:
Science:
- Physical Science
- Science as inquiry
- Science and technology
Math:
- Measurement
- Data analysis and probability
- Problem Solving
Topic: Newton’s Laws, Propulsion, Rockets, Forces