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Aeronautics

Celebrating Flight Achievements: The College of Aeronautics and Engineering Pilot Pinning Ceremony
College of Aeronautics and Engineering
A table covered in aeronautics lanyards with attached pilot wings

On Thursday, September 7, 2023, the College of Aeronautics and Engineering at Â鶹ÊÓƵ hosted the second annual Pilot Pinning Ceremony.

A New Chapter in Learning: CAE Introduces VR Technology in Aeronautics Classes
College of Aeronautics and Engineering
Students use virtual reality technology

The College of Aeronautics and Engineering is thrilled to announce the integration of virtual reality technology into its senior-level Professional Pilot course

First Â鶹ÊÓƵ Graduate to Complete the Propel Pilot Career Path Program Earns Delta Pilot Wings
College of Aeronautics and Engineering
William Kaib earns Delta Pilot Wings

FedEx Pledges to Build New Aeronautics Academic Center at Â鶹ÊÓƵ Through Philanthropic Support
Kent Campus
Aeronautics Center under construction

FedEx Corp. has pledged $5 million, in addition to $1.5 million already given, in support of an aeronautics academic center that will be located at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Airport. The new 17,800-square-foot building will be named the FedEx Aeronautics Academic Center.

Taking Flight
Â鶹ÊÓƵ Magazine
Photo by Melanie Nesteruk '18

As Â鶹ÊÓƵ celebrates the 50th anniversary of its flight technology program, we survey the sky-high dreams of women in aeronautics. By Erin Peterson / Â鶹ÊÓƵ Magazine

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Aeronautics Fair Takes Place Sept. 9
Kent Campus
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ Aeronautics Fair, a family-friendly event on Sept. 9, will feature vintage aircraft, military vehicles, speakers and pilots, as well as airplane and hot air balloon rides.

Flying Flashes Finish Historical Air Race for Women
Kent Campus
Jaila Manga (left) and Helen Miller pose near the propeller of their Cessna Sky Hawk at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Airport, preparing their plane for the 41st Air Race Classic.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ and FedEx Announce $1.5 Million Donation That Propels Aeronautics
Kent Campus
Virginia Albanese (far left) of FedEx Custom Critical presents a giant check to Â鶹ÊÓƵ President Beverly Warren. Also pictured are Interim Dean Robert Sines, Vice President Stephen Sokany and Flash.

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Aeronautics Fair Set for Sept. 10
Kent Campus
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ Aeronautics Fair, a family-friendly event on Sept. 10, will feature vintage aircraft, military vehicles, speakers and pilots, as well as airplane and hot air balloon rides.

The Flying Flashes Reach the Finish Line Early
Kent Campus
Carissa Marion (left) Jalia Manga (right) are the first female pilot team from Â鶹ÊÓƵ to compete in the Air Race Classic. Follow their progress on Twitter using #NikkiTheTopHawk.

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