In this hands-on science lesson, students will engage in a simple engineering design investigation using paper airplanes. They will fold planes from provided templates, test flight performance, make purposeful design changes (wing shape and weight), and observe their effects. Students will measure and record flight distance, chart their findings, and reflect on how changes influenced […]
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In this integrated STEM and literacy lesson, students will read from The Littlest Airplane and explore how different types of aircraft are designed for specific missions. They will discuss how design affects function and compare various aircraft types (e.g., bush planes, jets, helicopters, cargo planes). Students will then complete the “What’s Your Mission?” worksheet, where
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In this engaging, literacy-based lesson, students will read aviation-themed picture books to explore narrative structure and improve reading comprehension. Students will identify key story elements – characters, setting, and plot (beginning, middle, and end) – using a graphic organizer and classroom discussion. This lesson combines imagination, career awareness, and literacy development, sparking interest in aviation
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When most people think of aviation, they picture airplanes soaring through clear blue skies. But for every flight that takes off and lands safely, there’s an often unseen force working behind the scenes – aviation weather. For pilots, understanding weather isn’t just an extra skill – it’s an essential part of safe, informed decision-making. In
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DreamFlight Charities is excited to be launching Frankfort’s first, student-oriented flight club! The OpenSkies Flight Club has been designed to introduce students to the entirety of Kentucky’s aviation and aerospace industry, all while providing unique opportunities to learn the basics of flight and experiencing them firsthand through a variety of engaging STEM activities. While the
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A huge thanks to all of our participants for today’s Run the Runway 5K! We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day, and we can’t express how much we appreciate the Danville-Boyle County Airport and our race sponsors for making this a truly special gathering. Top Finishers Overall Chuck CrabbSara Christensen 20:13.4923:31.48 Top Female
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (FOX 56) — Those in Ukraine are going through unimaginable times, including children who have suffered personal loss. On Monday, these kids were given a Kentucky experience from brand new heights. It’s one thing to visit the Bluegrass State, but seeing it from a plane is a different story. Children from Ukraine involved
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Aviation has always been a field defined by precision and innovation. From the earliest days of flight, pilots have needed reliable ways to find their way in a place where there are no road signs, lanes, or stoplights. Over time, a variety of navigation methods have emerged, each offering unique benefits and helping ensure the
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While Kentucky’s aviation industry is often the unsung hero when it comes to the economic output for the state, it does offer a diverse array of collegiate programs that cater to aspiring professionals in areas such as piloting, drone operations, aerospace engineering, and aircraft maintenance. While far from exhaustive, the following programs are worthy of
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DreamFlight Charities’ AVCamp program looks to draw attention to Kentucky’s many general aviation airports while developing a passion for flight. Our mobile camp experiences bring the exciting world of aviation to even the most rural communities, providing opportunities to further gauge student interest in aviation while promoting greater support for aviation-related STEM programming. Whether you
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