Create a DIY Rocket Powered Airplane
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You probably remember playing with those simple styrofoam airplanes as a kid, but did you know you can easily strap a rocket engine to them to have some more fun? The Backyard Scientist from YouTube takes you through a simple process of strapping a GoPro and a model rocket engine to the light craft. You will likely have to do some fine-tuning and testing, but put it on your list of weekend projects!
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