Learn about the science of flight by doing hands-on activities, and develop an understanding of science, engineering and technology in aerospace.
What can you do?
In the aerospace project, you can:
- Build and launch a rocket.
- Design an airplane or fly your own hot-air balloon.
- Explore Bournelli’s principle of flight.
- Learn about safety techniques when flying rockets or airplanes.
These are just some of the many ways you can participate in this project.
Project information
Get started with 4-H'ers in your area
- Contact your local 4-H office for more info.
Get started on your own
- Begin your project learning with the aerospace project resource guide.
- Reflect on your project and what you've learned using 4-H record keeping.
Project opportunities near you
Get in touch with your local 4-H office to learn about aerospace project events and activities in your area.
Interested in getting involved as an aerospace project volunteer?
Contact your local 4-H office or learn more about volunteering in 4-H.
Resources for supporting youth in aerospace
Junior aerospace lesson series in the youth development curriculum library
Micro-lessons from the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
Fair information
What does it mean to show at the fair?
For 4-H'ers, local and state showcase events (like the Minnesota State Fair) are not just fun events. They provide youth opportunities to exhibit the knowledge and skills they've gained throughout the year– and to continue their learning.
Contact your local 4-H office for aerospace project showcase opportunities near you.
Exhibit ideas and judging criteria
Get exhibit ideas and find out what the judge is looking for in the evaluation sheet (Google Doc).
Reviewed in 2023