Wind Tunnel Access

The Boundary Layer and Parkinson Wind Tunnels are located in RH 120. These are used for teaching, research and student design team purposes.

Safety Orientation Requirements for Access

Access to RH 120 is required before accessing the Wind Tunnels. Site-specific orientation and all training modules must be completed prior to access. Full RH 120 access requirements can be found here. Note: Student Design Team safety training can be found here

Wind Tunnel Training

Please contact access@mech.ubc.ca to sign up. Note: Wind tunnel training is valid for 3 years. 

Wind Tunnel Booking

Prior to booking the wind tunnel, check the RH 120 lab calendar to see when it is available. Please contact  access@mech.ubc.ca to book the wind tunnel; please indicate the date and time of the request. Once the booking has been approved and confirmed, access to RH 120 will be provided.