College of Aeronautics and Engineering
Student Spotlight - Jake Rabinowitz
AboutMajor: 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.
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡Flight Team Achieves Top Honors at NIFA Region III SAFECON
The Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ 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
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡'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 Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ Airport.
College of Aeronautics and Engineering Celebrates Successful Autonomous Flight of Alta-X Drone
The College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE) at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ 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.
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ announces new Educational Partnership Agreement with the National Security Agency
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡ 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 Â鶹¾«Ñ¡personnel in science and technology fields.
Alumni Spotlight - Linell Olecki '06
AboutMajor: Aeronautics - Aviation ManagementGraduated: 2006Linell's journey at Â鶹¾«Ñ¡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’
Â鶹¾«Ñ¡alumnus Kyle Craven, aka "Bad Luck Brian," leads a happy - and lucky - life.