College of Aeronautics and Engineering

Kent State University Precision Flight Team Reaches New Heights at 2024 NIFA SAFECON
The Kent State University Precision Flight Team finished 11th overall out of 32 teams at this year’s .

IN A FLASH: A Flash in the Sky!
A different kind of flash visited the Kent State University Airport during a recent spring storm.

Industry Spotlight - DABOS

Introduction to Engineering Class Demonstrate Hovercraft Projects
On May 3rd, students in Dr. Kelsen LaBerge’s Introduction to Engineering course demonstrated their Hovercraft projects.

Nicholas Baird, Undergraduate Researcher
Baird initially struggled to decide on his major, explaining that he was “interested in a lot of different types of engineering.” In the end, Baird landed on Mechatronics Engineering because of the major’s unique blend of engineering concepts.

2024 Air Race Classic Kent State University Team Announced
The Flying Flashes are once again taking on the ! Additionally, thanks to a generous donation from a private sponsor, Kent State University will be sending two teams!

Aeronautics and Engineering Students Win Big at Athletic Academic Honor’s Dinner
The Kent State University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics recognized several students enrolled in the College of Aeronautics and Engineering this past Sunday, April 28 at the annual Judith K. Devine Athletic Academic Honor’s Dinner. Students were rewarded for their scholastic achievement as well as their leadership skills.

Aeronautics and Engineering Professor Receives Healthy Communities Research Institute Fellowship
The College of Aeronautics and Engineering is thrilled to share that Dr. Hossein Mirinejad has been awarded the Healthy Communities Research Institute (HCRI) Faculty Fellowship for the 2024-2025 academic year at Kent State University.

Kent State's Aircraft Dispatch Program Takes Flight: Celebrating a Decade of Excellence
Kent State University's College of Aeronautics and Engineering celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Aircraft Dispatch program. During the past decade, this FAA-certified program has graduated nearly 200 students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to pursue rewarding careers as aircraft dispatchers.

A Mentor Who Puts Students First: Professor Trent True Named MVP by Baseball Standout
Professor Trent True from the College of Aeronautics and Engineering was recently honored by senior student-athlete Calvin Bickerstaff as the professor who made the biggest impact on his academic success at Kent State University. Bickerstaff, a pitcher for the Kent State Baseball team, selected True as his "Most Valuable Professor."