Estes TuffBirds Glider rubber band powered balsa wood plane
Estes TuffBirds Stratosphere Glider balsa wood plane
Estes TuffBirds Stratosphere Glider

Tuff Birds Stratosphere Glider Bulk Pack (12 pk)

SKU: 001735
$35.99
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The TUFF BIRDS™ Stratosphere Glider takes hands-on learning to new heights! Made from lightweight yet durable balsa wood, this high-flying glider is designed for easy assembly and repeatable launches, making it perfect for classrooms, STEM programs, and group activities. Students will explore key aerodynamic concepts like lift, thrust, and drag as they test and modify their gliders for optimal flight performance.

This bulk pack includes multiple balsa wood gliders, ensuring that every student gets hands-on experience. With simple construction and exciting flight capabilities, these gliders make learning physics and engineering both engaging and fun. Whether indoors or outdoors, the TUFF BIRDS™ Stratosphere Glider provides an unforgettable introduction to flight and aerodynamics!

  • Fast & Easy to Build – No glue required, ready to fly in minutes.
  • Educational Fun – Learn about lift, propulsion, and aerodynamics through hands-on play.
  • Lightweight Design – Constructed from lightweight yet durable balsa wood.
  • Rubber Band-Powered Propeller – Simple propulsion system that’s fun to use and easy to understand.

Overview

Soaring STEM Potential

The TUFF BIRDS™ Stratosphere RB Gliders offer an engaging, hands-on way to bring the principles of flight to life in your classroom. With a rubber band-powered propeller and no glue required for assembly, these gliders make it easy for students to dive into concepts like lift, propulsion, and aerodynamics while having fun. Students can experiment with launch techniques, make design adjustments, and see the results instantly, reinforcing critical STEM lessons through play and exploration.

Fast, Easy, and Classroom-Ready

Designed with busy educators in mind, the TUFF BIRDS™ Gliders are simple and quick to assemble, ensuring more time is spent experimenting and learning, not on lengthy setups. With their durable materials and reusable design, these gliders are perfect for repeated use, making them a cost-effective, low-maintenance alternative to black powder rockets.

Creative Exploration in Action

Empower students to explore aerodynamics by testing flight distance, altitude, and stability, or incorporate engineering challenges by encouraging them to modify their gliders for better performance. Whether as a standalone STEM activity or as part of a larger lesson on the science of flight, the TUFF BIRDS™ Gliders offer endless opportunities for creative experimentation and discovery.

A Safe and Versatile Alternative

Ideal for classrooms seeking an alternative to black powder rockets, the TUFF BIRDS™ Gliders provide all the excitement of flight-based STEM activities without the need for advanced setup or special materials. Perfect for all grade levels, these gliders are a safe, engaging way to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of engineers and innovators.

Inspire curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning with TUFF BIRDS™ Stratosphere RB Gliders—the perfect way to make STEM concepts take flight!

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