Cockpit Crafting and Flight Simulation

The video introduces viewers to the concept of airplane cockpits, explaining their components and functions. It tells a story of friends trying a flight simulator game and then crafting their own cardboard cockpits to simulate flying. The video concludes with a craft session, providing step-by-step instructions for making cardboard cockpits, encouraging creativity and learning about flight controls.

What is the primary function of a cockpit in an airplane?

• To control the airplane and provide information to the pilot

• To serve meals to passengers

• To provide entertainment

• To store luggage

How do modern cockpits differ from older ones?

• They have fewer controls

• They have more seats

• They use screens instead of dials

• They are smaller in size

What did Lou do when she first tried the flying video game?

• Flew the plane through a storm

• Crashed the plane by turning it sideways

• Successfully landed the plane

• Completed a perfect loop

What was Ruth's reaction after her plane crashed in the game?

• She blamed the controller

• She wanted to try again immediately

• She decided to take a break from crashing

• She laughed and continued playing

What did the friends decide to do after their virtual flying attempts?

• Go for a real flight

• Build their own cockpits

• Read a book about pilots

• Watch a movie about flying

What materials did the friends use to build their cockpits?

• Wood and metal

• Plastic and glass

• Cardboard and broken toys

• Fabric and foam

What did Lou use to simulate a control panel in her cockpit?

• A wooden stick

• A piece of cardboard

• A broken robot toy

• A plastic bottle

What is the purpose of the craft time activity?

• To design a new type of airplane

• To make a cardboard cockpit for imaginative play

• To create a realistic airplane model

• To learn about airplane engines

What is used to create dials in the cardboard cockpit craft?

• Glass jars

• Metal rings

• Plastic lids

• Old CDs

What should you do if you make a cardboard cockpit?

• Throw it away

• Share it with #airandspaceathome

• Sell it online

• Give it to a friend