Resources
Explore an exciting range of resources, including lessons, an online story and teacher’s guide. All our resources are aligned to the Australian Curriculum.
Teacher’s guide
A guide to help teachers and students explore the Vickers Vimy exhibition at Adelaide Airport. Includes practical information about the site, activities and information.
Shorthand
Explore the story of the Vickers Vimy, learn about the Great Australian Air Race and the achievements of Wally Shiers, Jim Bennet and brother Ross and Keith Smith.
PLOTTING THE PATH
Put your geographical knowledge and mapping skills to the test and plot out the route that the Vickers Vimy travelled in its epic 27 days and 20 hour flight.
Reading Comprehension
Build your knowledge of Australia’s Great Air Race, explore the concepts and create an inspired, creative response.
ENGINEERING PAPER
Learn about the history and science of flight, then put inspiration into action using paper aeroplanes.
PROPELLER PINWHEELS
Learn about the history and science of flight, then put inspiration into action using paper pinwheels.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Research, synthesise and practically apply knowledge whilst exploring the story of Australia’s most epic flight.
DETAILS & DIAGRAMS
Take a deep dive into the world of the Vickers Vimy. Contrast the planes of yesterday and today, research about materials and structural design of the Vimy then complete a labelled diagram of the aircraft.