$15
per class
Class

F/A 18 Hornet that Stings from Above

Completed by 53 learners
Ages 11-16
Live One-Time Class
Take a closer look at the amazing Navy multi-role fighter and attack aircraft. This is a historic and science-based class focused on the F/A 18 Hornet and Super Hornet airplane.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(1,078 reviews)
Star Educator

Live video meetings
Meets once
2-9 learners per class
60 min

What's included

1 live meeting
1 in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
In this engaging one-time class, learners will dive into the fascinating world of the F/A-18 Hornet — one of the most versatile and technologically advanced fighter jets of the Cold War era. Students will explore the aircraft’s development, cutting-edge avionics, and its dual capabilities in air-to-air and air-to-ground missions.

Through a dynamic lecture supported by a detailed PowerPoint presentation, we will cover:
✈️ The scientific and technological advancements of the F/A-18
✈️ Its role and historic significance during and after the Cold War
✈️ Key facts about the Hornet’s design, performance, and global deployment
✈️ Real-world examples of how allied nations used the F/A-18 in various conflicts

Students will receive a downloadable note-taking guide featuring labeled images to enhance learning and retention. A video simulation of an F/A-18 attack mission will also be shown to give learners a realistic glimpse into its operational capabilities.

Class participation is highly encouraged! Throughout the session, students will be invited to answer questions and engage in discussions to deepen their understanding.

There is no homework for this class. The teaching style will be lecture-based, with visual support and interactive Q&A opportunities.

Learning Goals

By the end of this class, students will be able to:

Identify key scientific and technological features of the F/A-18 Hornet

Explain the historical importance of the F/A-18 during the Cold War and beyond

Recall interesting facts about the

Other Details

Parental Guidance
There is a video that shows simulated violence in a video at the end of the class. It is a simulated air attack and not a real one portraying a historic event of a shoot down with the F/A 18 aircraft. There is a short YouTube video in this class and you do not need a separate login for this video.
Supply List
There is a two-page handout provided for the student to use for taking notes. Not graded and used only for the student.
 1 file available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Resources: US Navy Website: https://www.navy.mil/navydata/fact_display.asp?cid=1100&tid=1200&ct=1 Global Security: https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/systems/aircraft/f-18-history.htm Popular Mechanics: https://www.popularmechanics.com/military/aviation/a24538/f-a-18-badass-plane/ FAS Military Analysis Network: https://fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/ac/f-18.htm Naval Technology: https://www.naval-technology.com/projects/ea-18g-growler/

Meet the teacher

Joined September, 2017
4.9
1078reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Science
Bachelor's Degree from Embry Riddle University
The instructor has over 20 years in the military providing weather support to many different aircraft. A STEM state certified teacher.

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