College of Aeronautics and Engineering
Student Spotlight - Jake Rabinowitz
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹Major: Aeronautics (Unmanned Aircraft Systems Flight Operations)Minor: Geographic Information ScienceExpected Graduation: Spring 2024Jake recently orchestrated the first fully autonomous flight of the College of Aeronautics and Engineering’s Alta-X Cargo Drone on a preplanned course above…
IN A FLASH: Daring Mighty Things
An inspirational message welcomes visitors to the College of Aeronautics and Engineering's new expansion.
Rubble Busters SkyHack Team Creates a Lifesaving Drone on the FlyÂ
Rubble Busters' innovative autonomous search and report features won a first-place award in SkyHack 2023.
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ Flight Team Achieves Top Honors at NIFA Region III SAFECON
The Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Precision Flight Team proudly represented the university with distinction at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) Region III Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference (SAFECON), hosted by Western Michigan University at Battle Creek Executive Airport in October.
IN A FLASH: Veterans Day Observed on Campus
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University's annual Veterans Day Commemoration ceremonies begin at 11 a.m., Nov. 9 on the Student Green.
IN A FLASH: Keep 'Em Flying!
Fog and the dawning sun created scenic views at the Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University Airport.
College of Aeronautics and Engineering Celebrates Successful Autonomous Flight of Alta-X Drone
The College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE) at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University marked a significant milestone in drone technology on Wednesday, October 25th. Jake Rabinowitz, a senior unmanned aircraft systems flight operations (UAS) student, demonstrated the first fully autonomous flight of the Alta-X cargo drone, executing a hands-off operation from launch to landing.
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University announces new Educational Partnership Agreement with the National Security Agency
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ University proudly announces a new Educational Partnership Agreement (EPA) with the National Security Agency (NSA). This strategic partnership aims to enhance and improve STEM education. Through this agreement, NSA will offer valuable training and mentoring to Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ personnel in science and technology fields.
Alumni Spotlight - Linell Olecki '06
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹Major: Aeronautics - Aviation ManagementGraduated: 2006Linell's journey at Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ began with a passion for aviation, drawn to the Aeronautics program and the opportunity to earn her pilot's license at the University's airport. What set Kent apart for her was its more typical “college …
‘Deep Down, I’m Just a Regular Guy’
Á½ÐÔÉ«ÎçÒ¹ alumnus Kyle Craven, aka "Bad Luck Brian," leads a happy - and lucky - life.