Tues., Mar. 10, 2026
This Spring Break, learn the fundamentals of flight through hands-on STEM activities, Plane tours, and Hangar Talks!
Learn about and tour our very own DC-3 and Mooney Aircraft, test wind streams through our Wind Tunnel STEMonstration, and hear about stories behind flight.
Here’s a rundown of the day:
- 9:00 am – 10:00 am: TINY: Aviation Playtime – Join us for structured aviation play designed especially for toddlers, filled with discovery and imagination. Registration required.
- 9:30 am – 3:00 pm: Girls in Aviation Wings of Courage Day Camp – Explore the world of aviation through empowering, hands-on experiences that inspire the next generation of female aviators. Registration Required.
- 10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Public Flight Bay Simulators – Take the captain’s seat and experience the adventure of flight on our state-of-the-art flight simulators.
- 10:30 am – 2:30 pm: Girl Scouts Robotics (2-Day Camp!) – Discover robotics, coding, and aviation technology in this exciting two-day STEM experience. Registration Required.
- 10:30 am – 11:00 am: Fly High Storytime – Enjoy aviation-themed stories, songs, and interactive fun for our youngest guests.
- 11:00 am – 3:00 pm: STEMonstration – Wind Tunnel – Discover the power of lift and drag as you test different paper designs in our interactive wind tunnel.
- 11:00 am – 3:00 pm: DC-3 Plane Tour – Get an exclusive peek inside our historic DC-3 aircraft and explore its timeless design.
- 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm: DC-3 Hangar Talk – Learn about the rich history and lasting legacy of the iconic DC-3 during this engaging presentation from our highly knowledgeable docents.
- 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Show Me the Mooney – Step into the role of a pilot as you perform a pre-flight check on our Mooney Ovation airplane and enjoy an up-close look at a real aircraft.
Join us throughout spring break for daily spotlights, STEM activities, and special programs dedicated to various topics!
