— SCIENCE OLYMPIAD —
BE PART OF IT
It is with GREAT HONOR that the Members of the Heart of America Free Flight Association aka HAFFA has continued its tradition of SUPPORTING & PARTNERING with SCIENCE OLYMPIAD “FLIGHT” 2023 local groups.
It’s hoped that this Web page will become an inspiration not only for the High School Participants and their Parents—but also for our HAFFA Club Members to volunteer their time and talents during these 2023 Events.
A fellow SCIENCE OLYMPIAD CONTESTANT looks on while a pair of steady hands prepare to launch a CATAPULT GLIDER
constructed by this team.
EVENT CALENDAR FOR LOCAL KANSAS CITY SCIENCE OLYMPIAD EVENTS
Saturday, Feb 25th — Science Olympiad REGIONALS at JCCC — Johnson County Community College. Google Map.
Contact Suman Saripalli (785) 979-1116) or Paul Morgenroth, III (785)393-7807 for details.
What is SCIENCE OLYMPIAD “FLIGHT” ?
“Flight” is a Division B and Division C event for the 2023 Science Olympiad season. Competitors must design and fly an aircraft powered by a rubber band with the objective of spending the longest time in flight. It is a combination of various previous flight events, such as Wright Stuff and Helicopter.
Resources
2023 Science Olympiad RULES
Science Olympiad Flight Rules.pdf
Science Olympiad Flight Rules.pdf
Clicking the above Thumbnail or the Internet Link above enables you to download and print the rules regarding the “FLIGHT” category of Science Olympiad.
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SCIENCE OLYMPIAD DIVISION RULES
RULES FOR Science Olympiad Divisions B (Middle School grades 6-9)
https://www.soinc.org/2023-rules-b
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD Divisions C (High School grades 9-12)
Websites & Web page links
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD “FLIGHT”
https://www.soinc.org/flight-b
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KANSAS SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
instrucional videos
Stinger B/C Build Instructions for 2023 Science Olympiad Flight
QUALIFYING
MODEL AIRCRAFT KITS & tOOLS
RESOURCE LIST
FREEDOM FLIGHT MODELS
https://www.freedomflightmodels.com/kits.php
GURU ENGINEERING TECH
https://www.guruengineeringtech.com/
https://jhaerospace.com/product/stinger-2023/
haffa’s involvement with Science Olympiad
HAFFA Volunteers Paul Morgenroth III, Suman Saripalli, Liz Besser and Charlie Taylor are committed to giving a helping hand to SCIENCE OLYMPIAD events in 2023.
a tradition of HAFFA members helping at local Science Olympiad events extends to 2023
Participation to make Science Olympiad a resounding success occurs at many levels—organizers, time keepers, parents and of course the students enthusiasm are all are necessary ingredients to ensure that worthwhile events take place.
As an AMA certified rubber powered model airplane club based in the Kansas City Area, we are uniquely positioned to bring knowledge and expertise to the equation and are delighted to do so. If you are a Kansas City Area HAFFA member—consider donating your time and talents this year. The rewards definitely go both ways !!! 😎
This photo was taken March 8, 2017.
“Flight BUILD SESSIONS” Provided by HAFFA MEmbers
Happy to pass on their model flight knowledge, HAFFA Members have been helping Science Olympiad participants in this way going on for several years.
Whether you are starting out or with an experienced team, our members will endeavor to find a way to advance your game a notch.
Knowledge is key to success and model airplane building is no different. These sessions introduce the tools, techniques and methods behind successful aeromodelling that is catered to each individual student’s approach to problem solving.
Sharing the joy of flying a plane for the first time is all the reward that our HAFFA Member’s seek. 👍
KC'S FREE FLIGHT AËROMODELLING SITE 