With the Thames & Kosmos Ultralight Airplanes kit, as young as 8 year old kids can build five experimental gliders while learning all about the physics of flight. Find more product details in the product description below! Read
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This Geek and Co. Science kit by Thames & Kosmos is the ultimate glider airplane set for little the airplane enthusiast in your life! With it, they will learn about the physics of flight as they build five awesome flying glider collectibles - all different types of planes with different wing configurations!
Discover how airplane wings provide lift and how planes can stay up in the air!
The DIY gliders are constructed of sturdy wood and ultralight plastic and bamboo parts that are fully adjustable for flight experimentation. The guide explains the different parts of an airplane, how the wings provide lift, and even encourages flight experimentation between the different gliders.
The Thames & Kosmos Ultralight Airplane kit includes more than 40 pieces, plus a full-color, 16-page manual. You provide a "test flying" area at least 10 meters long. Ages 8+. Product dimensions are 8.75 x 11 x 2.5.
Build 5 Different Glider Models
Straight Wing Glider
Bent Wing Glider
Sweepback Glider
Biplane Glider
Dual Wing Glider
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CONTENTS TAB
Thames & Kosmos Ultralight Airplanes Includes:
44 construction pieces
5 different glider models
Glider stand
16 page guide
SPECIFICATIONS TAB
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
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