On Thursday 20th March, Year 2 visited the RAF Museum in Hendon to attend a workshop, ‘Fantastic Flight’. During the session, which linked to our learning in science, history and design and technology, we learnt about the development of aircraft since the first flying machine was launched into the sky by the Wright Brothers.
As the workshop leader took us around Hangar 1, we learnt about the range of forces affecting flight, including gravity, thrust, lift and drag.
We were prompted to think about how the design of aircraft has changed over time, so that planes could fly faster and for longer, whilst also providing increasing levels of comfort and safety for pilots and passengers.
After the workshop, Year 2 made the most of the sunshine, and enjoyed having lunch outside on the picnic benches. They also had fun exploring the museum’s playground. Following that, they then had some free time to return to the hangar and complete a quiz about the wondrous exhibits!
