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Science Olympiad & The Wright Stuff
Science Olympiad Resources
NFFS is collecting available resources, as well as developing new resources specific to the Science Olympiad Experience. Check back often, especially on our YouTube Channel, as we continue to add content. Online Help
NFFS YouTube Channel SO Playlists
SO Building
SO Flying
NFFS Channel
Scioly Forum
– Ask questions, discuss problems, connect with students and coaches
Hip Pocket Aeronautics
– Forum for coaches and mentors, plans repository
Science Olympiad
Science Olympiad Web Site
Science Olympiad Wright Stuff
Science Olympiad Electric Wright Stuff
Planes and Guides (Planes may be from different SO years, and may need adjustment to current rules)
“Finny” by Bill Gowen
(2021, r2)
“Double Whammy” by Chuck Markos
(2009)
A guide to SO planes by Chuck Markos
(Excellent starting material)
A basic SO plane plan by Chuck Markos
A guide to SO flying events by Jeff Englert
Sources
Kits
Ward Scientific
– A basic kit including a plan, wood, covering, tools
Freedom Flight Models
– Advanced kits with excellent build manual, plus many materials including cut rubber
J&H Aerospace
– Excellent kits, manuals, and online videos. Many parts and tools as well
Laser Cut Planes
– Simple build, interlocking assembly
Guru Engineering Tech
– Planes from a winning coach
Retro RC
Tools, Rubber, etc.
Indoor Free Flight Supply
-Basic and advanced tools for building and flying, rubber
FAI Model Supply
– Stock rubber sizes in bulk, Ikara props, other parts
Indoor Specialties
– Tools, prop hangers, covering. Currently closed for Covid, check back often
Documents
Aircraft Forces
Basic Trimming
Rubber Motors
Example Flight Log
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Mentors
Events