EVPS Aviation Pilot Program

✈️ Taking Flight: Year 5 Students Soar in Aviation Pilot Program!

This term, our Year 5 students have taken learning to new heights through an exciting Aviation Pilot Program—combining science, engineering, and hands-on creativity!

Over several weeks, students explored the fascinating world of flight by investigating the Forces of Flight, with a focus on Bernoulli’s Principle—the scientific idea that helps explain how lift is created and how planes stay in the air. Students applied their knowledge by designing and testing paper planes, experimenting with different wing shapes and angles to observe how air pressure affects flight.

But the learning didn’t stop there! Our young aviators then built their very own balsa wood planes, complete with wings, wheels, propellers, and motors. These models were not just for show—they were launched using an electric centripetal launcher, demonstrating real-world application of STEM concepts like thrust, drag, lift, and gravity.

Next up, students will enter the investigation phase of their journey—modifying their balsa planes to improve flight stability, distance, and design efficiency. They’ll collect flight data, reflect on their designs, and explore how small tweaks can make a big difference in the air.

We’re incredibly proud of their enthusiasm, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. This program has truly shown that learning can take flight when curiosity and science come together!

📸 Here are some snapshots of our proud students and their creations in action:

Waqas Ahmad,

STEM Teacher