Students watching a live Litespeed indoor aircraft demonstration

Let their dreams take flight.

Litespeed Airshow brings aviation history, live R/C aircraft, and hands-on STEM inspiration into elementary school gyms—at no cost to schools.

Free to schools

Donor-supported assemblies

Made for elementary students

Big ideas, explained clearly

Live indoor flight

Aircraft and drones in the gym

STEM + character

Curiosity, courage, and perseverance

A school day they’ll talk about for years.

We turn the wonder of flight into a memorable lesson about science, invention, and never giving up. Students don’t just hear about STEM—they see it soar above them.

Students gathered around an indoor model aircraft

STEM

Science becomes real when it takes flight.

Students experience science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through aircraft they can see moving—and stories they can remember.

Three ways we turn wonder into possibility.

A fast-moving program blends live demonstrations, aviation history, and an encouraging message students can carry with them.

R/C airplane demonstration in a school gym

1

We fly R/C aircraft and drones

Students see radio signals, flight controls, and aerodynamics at work in real time—right inside their gym.

Captain Dennis sharing the Wright Brothers story

2

We bring aviation history to life

The Wright Brothers’ story shows students that imagination, hard work, and perseverance can change the world.

Students gathered around an indoor model aircraft

3

We make STEM unforgettable

Students leave excited to explore how things work—and hopeful about the futures they can build.

“In 40 years of educating, I’ve never seen students respond with such enthusiasm and interest to a school assembly.”

Dr. Clark Ogilvie, Superintendent · Owasso, Oklahoma Schools

Built around wonder. Grounded in STEM.

01

Science of flight

Lift, thrust, drag, and the forces that keep an aircraft in the air.

02

Radio signals

How pilots send instructions from a transmitter to an aircraft.

03

Engineering

How design choices affect strength, weight, balance, and performance.

04

Flight controls

How elevators, rudders, ailerons, and power change a flight path.

05

Aviation history

From the Wright Brothers’ first success to aircraft of today.

06

Character in action

Perseverance, healthy choices, respect, and believing in a purpose.

Frequently asked questions.

Everything schools and supporters need to know about the Litespeed Airshow experience.

Who is the program designed for?

Our indoor airshow is designed specifically for elementary students of all ages.

How does it connect across grade levels?

We combine easy-to-understand science with a universal message about curiosity, character, and never giving up.

How much does an airshow cost?

Because of generous donors and sponsors, qualifying school assemblies are provided free of charge.

Students watching a live model aircraft demonstration

For schools

Bring the airshow to your students.

Tell us about your school, preferred timing, and assembly space. We’ll follow up with availability and next steps.

For donors and sponsors

Help a child see what’s possible.

Your support keeps these school assemblies free and gives more students an unforgettable introduction to STEM.

The excitement lasts long after landing.

This makes me want to fly planes!

1st Grade Student · Owasso, OK

The Wright Brothers story inspired me to never give up and to keep trying even if you don’t succeed the first time.

5th Grade Student · Owasso, OK

Our students were listening and watching attentively. They left excited, but with a lesson learned!

Elementary School Principal · Owasso, OK

The Litespeed Airshow

Watch a glimpse of the energy, learning, and excitement students experience during a Litespeed assembly.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncK9_8nvA0k

Choose how you’d like to help dreams take flight.

Meet with us

Bring Litespeed Airshow to your school or community.

Sponsor a show

Help keep inspiring assemblies free for schools.

Keep learning

Explore more videos, photos, and aviation resources.

Thank you to the organizations helping us inspire students.

Twisted Hobbys
NORDAM
Zeeco
Horizon Hobby
Tulco Oils
Tulsa Community Foundation
William S. and Ann Atherton Foundation
Students watching a live Litespeed indoor aircraft demonstration

The next flight starts here

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