College of Aeronautics and Engineering

Chicago Native Pursues Aviation Dream at Kent State
Ashanti Mallit's childhood fascination with aviation led her to Kent State, where she is now a professional pilot major. She discovered Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡through the United Aviate Program, a career development initiative that helps aspiring pilots transition to United Airlines as first officers.

Building Experience Through Research and Leadership
Opportunities in Kent State’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering are giving aerospace engineering junior Stuart Klein a front-row seat to the future of sustainable energy and advanced aerospace systems.

Kent State's Spacecraft Design Lab is Where Students Build Flight-Ready Satellites
Kent State's Spacecraft Design Lab is the location where a group of 35 Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡undergraduates and nine graduate students in the AstroFlashes space exploration club are designing, building, and testing satellites and spacecraft components, and competing in space engineering challenges.

FAA Grant to Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡Airport Enhances Student Training and Supports Workforce Needs
A $4.1 million award from the Federal Aviation Administration will fund major infrastructure upgrades at the Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ Airport, strengthening one of Ohio’s largest collegiate flight training programs and helping meet the aviation industry’s growing demand for pilots.The airport, owned by…
Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ Hosts Aeronautics and Engineering Expo
Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ will host its Aeronautics and Engineering Expo from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ Airport. The family friendly event offers a full day of aviation excitement and STEM inspiration for all ages.

College of Aeronautics and Engineering Announces Nationwide Search for Director of School of Aeronautics
We're seeking a visionary leader to serve as the inaugural Director of our newly established School of Aeronautics. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of aviation science education and lead a comprehensive program that spans the full spectrum of aviation disciplines.

Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡College of Aeronautics and Engineering Announces Formation of Two Schools Amid Record Growth
In response to unprecedented growth and expanding academic offerings, Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡â€™s College of Aeronautics and Engineering has announced the formal establishment of two distinct academic units: the School of Aeronautics and the School of Engineering.

From Groundskeeper to Gateway: Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡Aviation Students Secure Prestigious Industry Internships
Three Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡ College of Aeronautics and Engineering students have secured competitive summer internships that highlight the strength of the college’s aviation management program.

Flying Flashes Aim for Fourth Straight Win in National All-Women Air Race
The skies are calling once again, and Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡â€™s Flying Flashes are answering, this time with their sights set on a fourth consecutive intercollegiate victory in the Air Race Classic.

A Career Written in the Stars: Sankovic Brings NASA Legacy and Student-Centered Vision to Kent State
After serving as chief technologist and director of the Office of Technology Incubation and Innovation at NASA Glenn Research Center, Âé¶¹¾«Ñ¡College of Aeronautics and Engineering Professor John Sankovic brings unmatched real-world perspective into the classroom.