Kerbal Space Program

Posted By on Mar 21, 2012

Here’s something cool and fun for you budding rocket scientists… a space simulator that lets you build your own rockets and fly them to the moon.  Be warned… even though has some cute critters in it (Kerbals), the rules of physics still apply!  The program is (currently) free for download from kerbalspaceprogram.com Here’s their video trailer, to give you a taste of the action… Also, there is an excellent...

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Merry Christmas!!!

Posted By on Dec 24, 2011

An oldy from the Junior Flyer archives…...

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NORAD Tracks Santa

Posted By on Dec 23, 2011

Each year NORAD, using the latest in military tracking technology, provides real-time updates on Santa’s journey around the world. Their website, www.noradsanta.org allows you to see where the Jolly guy is, once he starts his flight, and there is a whole North Pole village of kids activities while you wait.  Brilliant, and well worth a visit! Here’s their promo showing highlights from his journey last year… And, of...

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May All Your Wishes Come True!

Posted By on Dec 23, 2011

Is this cartoon about aviation?  Well, there IS an airplane in it (at some point). A brilliant piece of animation… enjoy “Ormie The Pig”!!!

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Gramma Trixie Goes Flying

Posted By on Oct 20, 2011

Our resident book reviewer, Gramma Trixie, sent in this photo of her going for a fly in her trusty (rusty?) biplane. Don’t forget to check out the latest aviation book reviews from Gramma Trixie, right here on Junior Flyer! Excellent!!! This image is available as a color-in version! Click on the small image below and you’ll get a version you can print and color-in, or right-click and save the file for printing later.   **...

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Design Your Own Aircraft

Posted By on Aug 8, 2011

Aviation company GE Aviation has added a simple and yet fun “Design Your Own Plane” game to their website.  In this game you can experiment with different wing, engine and fuselage options to try to build an optimum airplane.  Then, when you think you’ve come up with the perfect plane, click a button and watch it fly.  Or not.  (My first one did...

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