Do something different is the central message of TRI@RIAT located at the heart of the showground. With a huge range of activities for the young and the young-at-heart, this area offers one of the most exciting collections of interactive fun to be found in the UK.
TRI@RIAT ATTRACTIONS 2012...
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Schools Build-a-Plane Challenge Located near to Fairford in Stroud, Marling School will once again take part in the Royal Aeronautical Society's 'Schools Build-a-Plane challenge' and unveil their aircraft in the TRI@RIAT area at this year's show. The Build-a-Plane challenge aims to create a greater understanding of aviation and engineering in young people promoting a greater take-up of science and other technical subjects. |
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Lockheed Martin Human Immersive Lab Visitors will have a chance to explore a virtual reality environment inside the belly of the F-35 jet fighter. Visitors will find themselves interacting with the Weapons Bay of an F-35 Carrier Variant and explore how this plane is considered the next generation air superiority fighter. |
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Introducing young people to science, engineering, and technology through fun hands-on activities. Visitors can build a rocket or plane, learn about hydraulics, design bridges and towers and tackle mechanical challenges. Imagineering hosts the Bloodhound Supersonic Car Model set to break the World Land Speed Record. |
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No matter what your past experience or your interest is in model building, the Hornby stand in the TRI@RIAT area will inspire the model maker within you. A wide range of models will be on display for you to assemble. Come along, get involved with the glue, pick up a paint brush and get totally creative today! |
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Visit one of the Air Cadet Community Engagement Platforms, funded by the Royal Air Force Charitable Trust, to get hands-on experience of life as an Air Cadet. Visitors are invited to talk to the cadets and staff to find out more about how to join or get involved. |
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AMRC MANTRA manufacturing transporter is a custom 14m HGV trailer giving visitors a hands-on experience with technology. Facilities include a fully operational mill-turn machine that can cut a range of metals; video screens showcasing products of partners such as Rolls-Royce and Boeing; and a 3-D virtual reality centre. |
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Army Paintball Target Range Visitors will have the chance to test their shooting and agility skills to the maximum with our unique paintballing experience. |
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