In This Issue: FROM THE DESK OF Revised Holiday Schedule OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Maker Workshops Weekend Family Workshops As fall is here and the leaves are turning, other changes 3D Makerspace News are also occurring.

Strato Deck Access On June 13, 2017 published an article Teacher Advisory Board which announced that Snohomish County entered into an agreement to change operators of the Future of Flight Careers Tours Aviation Center & Boeing Tour. From Our Executive Director Marketing Here is the article: www.heraldnet.com/news/county- floats-effort-to-bolster-aviation-related-tourism/ Family Night Out of This World Benefit Fast forward four months: the reality that the Institute of Flight will no longer be the operator of the largest AGF17 Wrap-Up tourist attraction in Snohomish County is imminent. Our Education Programs goals are to uphold our education mission for Snohomish Membership County and to help our staff through the transition. Aerospace Ambassadors As we proceed down this path, there are many ways in Mukilteo Users Group - Salesforce which members and friends of the Institute of Flight can assist with our transition. We anticipate the need for storage, digital and physical, and office space. In MEMBER EVENTS addition, the Institute is exploring education View Our Calendar partnerships for our education programs and services. We are investigating other opportunities that may allow us to continue providing our STEAM-related Aerospace Education Programs which have been popular within our REVISED HOLIDAY community.

SCHEDULE Actions to date include:

This year, the Future of Flight Our board of directors has formed a Future Task Aviation Center & Boeing Tour will be Force to examine options for the Institute of Flight closed on Thanksgiving Day, and its staff. Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. Institute of Flight staff continue to identify and Please make your holiday notify vendors and contractors. reservations in advance, as tickets A consultant has been engaged to help with staff traditionally sell out. transitions.

How do we keep apprised of changes? We have created a web link for updates on this transition which will allow MAKER WORKSHOPS you to check back regularly between now and June 13, Saturdays 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 2018: www.futureofflight.org/our-future

If I may be of service through this transition, my contact information is below.

Bonnie Hilory Executive Director Institute of Flight [email protected] 425-438-8100 x221

Spooky Buttons designed in the 3D NEW MARKETING PUSH Makerspace for our printers AT FUTURE OF FLIGHT For October, we'll be printing seasonal 3D buttons in You may have the workshop. These sessions are for noticed new both novices and experienced 3D billboards on the designers. We'll be using sketching, Speedway and measuring, and extruding tools to Airport Road and form shapes at just the right size to those on Evergreen sew on as replacement buttons. This Way, plus one in is especially appropriate for skulls Marysville. Posters and bats in the season. Advanced are up on the users can make beveled edges and Visitor Services Rep Omar Diaz State more complex relief patters on their spotted a poster at the Future of Fli ght Ferry Kittitas, with buttons. more and magazine ads in the Future of Flight's "backyard." In addition, the FoF has spots on Maker Workshops are 11:30 a.m. - Public Radio KUOW and has taken advantage of 2:30 p.m. through the end of additional digital media and geofencing strategies. October. After that, special activities like 3D Holiday The ad push is designed to encourage local residents Ornament Design may be held and visitors to purchase tickets and go on an "awesome during Maker Monday, so check tour of a lifetime." out the web page for updates. The cost is $5 for Are we Fast Forward to the Future? So far, I think so. members, $15 for all others, plus -- Terry LaBrue, Marketing Director material costs. If you want to print a large object, it can be run overnight If you spot one of our billboards, posters or ads, take a for pickup later in the week. selfie with it, and post it on our Facebook page using #boeingtour Workshop plastic is nontoxic PLA, which produces no harmful fumes when melted. Materials cost is priced by the gram so students can buy as much or as little as wanted. Colors can be combined however you want. Questions? Contact [email protected]

WEEKEND Join us for an exciting night FAMILY WORKSHOPS of special family fun at the Future of Flight.

Date: Oct. 26, 2017 Time: 6:00 p.m.

Dress in your favorite intergalactic costume and win a prize (children 13 and under) Watch Star Wars: The Kids of all ages enjoy the workshops Force Awakens on the big screen Attend Weekend Family Workshops Personal tours of the and fold paper airplane designs, International Space program Ozobot robots, or build with Station Destiny Legos or Magformers. Activities Module mock-up (on rotate weekly, so come back loan from the frequently to try them of Flight) all. Workshops are free with Gallery Popcorn, drinks and movie treats (available for or Boeing Tour admission, and free purchase) for members. Sessions are scheduled every Saturday and And more! Sunday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. and from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. in the Flightline Room. For more information, email Educator Shannay Kamman at For more details, visit FutureofFlight.org/familynight or call 425-438-8100 x247 [email protected] or call Education Director Gabriella Fainberg at 425-438-8100 x243.

3D MAKERSPACE NEWS

A Benefit for Aerospace Education

Out of this World features an exciting evening of fun and entertainment that will launch you beyond the cosmos. Savor food from around the world, provided by Chef Dane Catering, while enjoying beer, wine and a few specialty cocktails, custom-made just for us, plus a 3D printing a basket. live DJ and dancing! We will offer a plethora of silent- auction items from which to choose. Some are unique Maker Monday hours are 1:00 - 5:00 and some are extremely rare. Plus there will be great p.m. each week. Maker Monday is SUPER silent auction items. For more information, or to free for members and $5 for purchase tickets, please click here. Aerospace Gallery or Boeing Tour ticket holders. Participants can Sponsored by: The Boeing Company, GE Aviation, Pacific expect to pay $1.50 per gram for Northwest Aerospace Alliance, Airlines, Paine PLA plastic if they choose to 3D Print Field Snohomish County Airport, and Center of a creation. Contact Kyle at Excellence for Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing. [email protected] with questions about Maker Monday or Maker Workshops. THE IMAGINATION TAKES FLIGHT ON AGF 2017 TOURS STRATO DECK ACCESS

The world-class Strato Deck is open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Labor Day weekend. For updates on early closures, check our Announcements page AvGeeks gather for special activities at the Museum of Flight on October 1

Beginning with a spectacular Qatar Airways 777 flyby TEACHER viewed from the Strato Deck at dusk and ending on a high note with lunch aboard a vintage American Airlines ADVISORY BOARD 727 at , the seventh annual Aviation Geek Fest was a superlative show. The Teacher Advisory Board (TAB) will meet Saturday, November 4 In addition to our seven-year tradition of VIP tours with from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. If you or The Boeing Company, for the first time a host of local someone you know is interested in aviation manufacturers opened their doors for our promoting aerospace education or AvGeeks to an inside peek of their operations. Esterline, learning more about our programs, Electroimpact, Advanced Technical Services and Aviation please contact Brie Technical Services invited our participants for a close-up at [email protected] for view of their cutting-edge manufacturing facilities. Our more information, or register here. AvGeeks gave each of the aerospace partners high marks for unique tours that were as exciting as they Whether home-school parents, were rare. district administrators, classroom teachers, after-school club leaders, Click here to view photos or industry partners, participants earn a $100 discount on a future "This was an unprecedented show for our guests at the program and get an in-depth look at Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour," our STEAM-focused activities. This Marketing & Tourism Director Terry LaBrue said. "In session, we will review Gliding Into designing a robust three-day experience, the Institute of Innovation and participate in Flight drew upon its strengths of education, community Weekend Family Workshops. relations and 12 years at . Special thanks to The Boeing Company for the VIP tours, the Museum of Flight for hosting Sunday, AirlineReporter for being our media sponsor and giveaway guru, and Red Cork Bistro BOEING CAREERS and Chef Dane Catering for the delicious food. Our TOURS partners really came through with outstanding opportunities that the AvGeeks enjoyed immensely." The newly updated Boeing Careers Tour is now available for booking. Article continues here Aimed at groups of 5th - 12th grade learners to promote interest in working in the business, SIGN UP FOR ED PROGRAMS engineering, information technology, manufacturing, or security areas of The Boeing Company, this Do you know that a brief educational program offers a phone call or email can allow number of supports for learners and school classes and youth educators. The day of the tour groups to participate in includes a 30-minute welcome amazing aerospace session and review of the five Boeing experiences, such as Drone career areas hosted by the Institute Zone, Robotics, and more? If of Flight, a 1.5 hour factory tour you are interested in these focusing on careers of employees at and other programs, download the factory and hosted by a Boeing our Education Planning Guide. Tour Guide, and 30-minute wrap up activity. Educators are provided with a 60-page activity guide to help You are also invited check out them lead three activities before the the education pages of our tour and two activities afterward. website in the coming days, These activities prepare learners as they will be refreshed with with an understanding of core ideas new photos and updated and vocabulary to get the most out content. of their visit and connect it with the group's objectives and learner's Signing up for educational career plans. Please note that this programs with the Institute of program is only available on Flight is easier than ever! Call Tuesdays and Wednesdays from our Registrar, Tatyana, 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. on weekdays or email her at [email protected]. She will answer your FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE questions, help you select the best program for your group, and coordinate logistics to ensure that your Our philosophy: experience is everything you'd hoped for.

"Institute of Flight will never deny a child (under 18) participation because of an MEMBERSHIP inability to pay."

Thanks to the generous support of our donors and sponsors, the IF is able to fulfill our goal to inspire young people to explore careers in STEAM fields. Find our Financial Assistance Request Form here

Please help us spread the word. Institute of Flight members gathered for a VIP tour of the Boeing Forward this newsletter to a friend. Everett Delivery Center and flyaway viewing of another Emirates Airlines 777 ER on Aug. 18. Gorgeous airplane, lovely afternoon, exciting drama.

Family Night - October 26 Paine Field Fire Department Tour - November 9

Remember to use your $10 Boeing Tour ticket benefit before the end of the year. It is available only through December 31, 2017.

Not a member yet? Join today and save big on the Boeing Tour, as well as our Institute of Flight education programs. Benefits include: The Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour tickets only $10 each, regularly $25* Boeing Tour is a proud recipient of Trip Advisor's Certificate of Excellence for the $5 admission to Maker Workshops on Saturdays sixth year straight. Unlimited free admission to the Future of Flight Aerospace Gallery, Strato Deck, Weekend Family Workshops, and Maker Mondays (3D printing class)

For more details, visit FutureofFlight.org/membership, or contact Melvin Givens at [email protected] or 425-438-8100 x247.

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AEROSPACE AMBASSADOR Youth Ambassadors from Wizards of the Coast Japan recently visited the PROGRAM A SUCCESS Future of Flight and took the amazing Boeing Tour. Their comments ranged The Aerospace Ambassador Program has really taken from "Wow" to "Awesome." off. The Institute now has team of 26 volunteer ambassadors. They show great enthusiasm and commitment, and we are so fortunate to have them on board with us.

"Our ambassadors are a wonderfully diverse group - just like our visitors. We have everyone from high school students to active professionals to retirees. Each ambassador has something special to share with the program. Several volunteers are also bilingual, which is a wonderful gift to our visitors. Regardless of language, Did you know that you can shop and the welcoming smiles they share with the public do support the Institute of Flight at the much to enhance a visit to the Aerospace Gallery." - same time? Keep smile.amazon.com Melvin Givens, Membership Associate Manager in mind when you shop year 'round and

Amazon will donate a portion of the sale directly to us. Make sure to select Visit the Destiny Module every day of the week between Institute of Flight as your choice for 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. donation. If you'd like to join our team and share your passion for aerospace, aviation, storytelling, or STEM education, contact us: [email protected] or 425- 438-8100 x253, or visit FutureofFlight.org/aerospaceambassadors.

Photo/Art Credits Maker Workshop - Kyle Bates-Green Weekend Family Workshops - Gus Posey 3D Makerspace - Kyle Bates-Green Strato Deck Access - Joe Kunzler Youth Ambassador Program: Terry LaBrue New Marketing Push - Toni Olson Membership: Marly Hartline

MUKILTEO USERS GROUP - SALESFORCE (MUGS)

If you are a Salesforce user, please join the Future of Flight for our free monthly M.U.G.S. meeting, hosted by the Institute of Flight. The group meets the last Wednesday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Flight Deck conference room. Light lunch and snacks are provided. Our next meeting is scheduled for November 29. Join us on this interesting journey into Salesforce learning where attendees can earn badges while racking up points.

"The format of our meetings is a casual blend of show and tell and Q & A. However, if you are a power user and would like to make a presentation at one of our upcoming meetings, I would like to hear from you."

To attend, please RSVP to Gary Hauff at [email protected]

The Center of Excellence publishes aerospace and manufacturing industry related job opportunities in Washington. This link offers job seekers a unique filter to find positions that meet their training or experience and provides employers with a more focused workforce. To view jobs, go to coeaerospace.com/jobs. The Institute of Flight, an independent, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, opened the Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour on December 17, 2005. In its nearly 12 years of operation, the Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour has attracted more than 2.7 million visitors. In addition to operating and managing the Future of Flight, the Institute embraces the important role of stewardship of an active and healthy culture of philanthropy, education, events, Aviation Center exhibits, and financial assistance for needy schools and non- profits are key areas of impact.

VISION: Igniting passion for the future of aerospace.

MISSION: Institute of Flight inspires and nurtures multi-generational local and global The Institute of Flight, in visitors through immersive hands-on exhibits, tours, and aerospace education partnership experiences. with The Boeing The Institute of Flight is proud to partner with The Boeing Company and Snohomish County. Company Under the leadership of the county, the Future of Flight facility is partially funded by the and Snohomish County Public Facilities District. The Institute is governed by a 24-member board of Snohomish directors, with representation from The Boeing Company and Snohomish County. County, serving as The Institute offers four different memberships, which provide annual access to the Aviation operator of Center during our operating hours without an additional charge. Members also receive a special the Future of member rate for the Boeing Tour. Other benefits are a regular e-newsletter and special Flight invitations to events ranging from free to discounted member-related events rates. The Future Aviation of Flight Gift Shop provides a 10% discount to Institute members who have their card at time Center & of purchase. We offer a preferred caterers and a café on site. Boeing Tour For more information please call 425-438-8100 or visit www.futureofflight.org

Marketing and Tourism Director Communications Manager Terry LaBrue Toni Olson 425-438-8100 ext 223 425-438-8100 ext 240 [email protected] [email protected]

Events Director (private events) Membership Associate Manager Christine Russell Melvin Givens 425-438-8100 ext 225 425-438-8100 ext 247 [email protected] [email protected]

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