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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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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Can You Run an Airport?

Posted By on Aug 6, 2011

At the recent Oshkosh airshow an innovative aviation company launched a great way to promote discussion about their products… through a game. “Terminal Command” allows you, as an aspiring  airport manager, to demonstrate your skill handling the day-to-day operations at a busy airport.  You’ll start with a small regional airport and, if your skill level is high enough, graduate to running the busy domestic and...

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Lunar Lander Game

Posted By on May 1, 2011

Enjoy this excellent version of the classic Lunar Lander game, made available by the University of...

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