The objective is to build and fly a simple propeller driven airplane powered by a rubber band engine. Aerodynamics and stability are demonstrated. Each member builds a rubber band powered model airplane from a kit. The students learn to adjust flight dynamics. This project requires a gymnasium.
Students learn aerodynamic and inertial forces on an airplane, power requirements and structures.
Special mentor training is desirable. The objective is to demonstrate the relationship between magnetism and electricity. A mentor demonstration kit is available. The mentor has the option of limiting the project to a demonstration or having students wind and electromagnet, Different core materials will be available for constructing an electromagnet. Determining the strongest magnet will be the competition.