iFLY Portland STEM Open House
Schedule
Thu Nov 21 2024 at 05:00 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC-08:00Location
iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Portland | Portland, OR
About this Event
iFLY Portland invites you to experience how flying accelerates learning with our STEM Education Program. During this exclusive event for professionals in the education industry, see how our state of the art vertical wind tunnel inspires students with the power of science. We will explore the STEM principles behind our wind tunnel technology through exciting lectures, test flights, and lab activities all while enjoying complimentary refreshments. Please note that this event is for professionals only and kids are not permitted.
What is the Agenda of the event?
5:00 pm: Arrival and Check In
5:30 pm: STEM Workshop & Physics Demonstration
6:00 pm: Group 1 Flight Class | Group 2 Q&A with Educator
6:30 pm Group 1 Flights | Group 2 Flight Class
7:00 pm Group 1 Q&A with Educator | Group 2 Flights
7:30 pm Departure
*STEM Educator available throughout the evening for further questions.
Not sure you want to fly during the event? No worries - guests are sure to be entertained by the demonstrations and experts flying in our wind tunnel!
Please note that this is event is exclusively for education professionals only and children are not permitted to fly.
**FAQ**
Q) Are there ID requirements or an age/physical limit to enter the event?
A) Yes, teachers and school administrators interested in a FREE Flight must bring a School ID or form stating they are part of an educational institution. There is no age limit to attend, but there are physical requirements that must be met in order to fly. Please complete our waiver and review the terms if you plan to fly during the event.
https://iflyworld.com/flight-waiver/
Q) What can/can't I bring to the event?
A) Please wear comfortable clothing and lace up shoes if you are planning to fly.
Q) Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
A) Jimmy LaPrelle - [email protected] - 512-298-1037
Q) Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
A) Yes, you may transfer your ticket to another person in your organization or colleague with a valid School ID.
Q) Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
A) Not required, but it will be helpful.
Q) The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?
A) Yes, as long as someone from your organization has referred you.
Q) WHAT is iFLY?
A) iFLY Indoor skydiving is the simulation of true free fall conditions in a vertical wind tunnel. It’s where the dream of flight becomes a reality.
P.S. If you have not seen yet, iFLY was recently featured in "The Fatal Physics of Falling Objects" by Veritasium (with collaboration from Adam Savage of MythBusters)
Where is it happening?
iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Portland, 10645 Southwest Greenburg Road, Portland, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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