College of Aeronautics and Engineering
IN A FLASH: Keep 'Em Flying!
Fog and the dawning sun created scenic views at the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Airport.
College of Aeronautics and Engineering Celebrates Successful Autonomous Flight of Alta-X Drone
The College of Aeronautics and Engineering (CAE) at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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.
Fall, in a Roundabout Way
Michael Gershe had a unique vantage point to capture Northeast Ohio's peak colors coming to life across the Kent Campus. He shared these great shots with 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Today.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø announces new Educational Partnership Agreement with the National Security Agency
51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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 51³Ô¹ÏÍø personnel in science and technology fields.
Alumni Spotlight - Linell Olecki '06
AboutMajor: Aeronautics - Aviation ManagementGraduated: 2006Linell's journey at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø 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’
51³Ô¹ÏÍø alumnus Kyle Craven, aka "Bad Luck Brian," leads a happy - and lucky - life.
Encouraging Girls to Keep Their Heads in the Clouds
51³Ô¹ÏÍø student group Women in Aviation served as hosts for Girls in Aviation Day at the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø Airport. The young participants had the chance to fly drones, try out a flight simulator and do a pre-flight check inside a real plane.
'SKYHACK is for Anyone and Everyone'
An aviation-themed hackathon brings together students from all disciplines and challenges them to develop solutions for real-world aerospace challenges.
His Attitude Matches His Altitude
A positive outlook and a love of flying keep this student pilot soaring toward his career goals.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø's College of Aeronautics and Engineering Earns ABET Accreditation in Mechatronics
51³Ô¹ÏÍø College of Aeronautics and Engineering’s bachelors degree program in Mechatronics Engineering has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, and the bachelor's degree program in Mechatronics Engineering Technology has been accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering, and engineering technology.