Aviation Lures Kids Of All Ages

Lindberg's Spirit of St. Louis is displayed over the City of Paris made from Legos.

It takes team work to fly...err peddle JETS!

There is more to aviation than just airplanes and helicopters. Not only is it steeped in science, mathematics and history…but it’s also a FUN hobby! This past weekend was the Experimental Aircraft Association’s annual Family Flightfest.

Family Flightfest is an event geared to the whole family. For many this was their first experience to get close enough to touch an airplane. Activities included puzzles, flight simulators, coloring, face painting and the assembling and flying of balsa gliders.

Demonstrations of indoor RC helicopters, aircraft and airships as well as free flight, rubber band powered models took center stage and captured the attention of all in  attendance.

Two youngsters are locked into AIRPLANE mode!

Aviation history was not only exhibited by the museum’s aircraft displays, but was also showcased by scale modelers who exhibited their treasured collections of plastic and paper scale models.

Design and construction put to the test...ready DROP!

Creativity and engineering skills of both kids and adults were put to the test by designing and constructing an aerial delivery system for an egg drop competition. The task was to utilize plastic shopping bags (as parachutes) and a few other basic resources to protect the egg from damage during a drop from the second level of the museum. It was a cracking experience for most, but there were a few who survived and won prizes.

Family events such as these inspire and cultivate the quest for knowledge. Attend one near you soon; it can open several educational opportunities for you and your children.