Aeronautics
Kent State Finishes Second Overall, Earns Top Honors in Flying Events at NIFA SAFECON Region III
The College of Aeronautics and Engineering at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø hosted the 2025 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) SAFECON Region III competition Oct. 19–24 at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Airport in Stow, Ohio. The weeklong event brought together collegiate aviators from across the region for flight and ground competition focused on precision, safety and professionalism.
FAA Grant to Kent State 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 91³Ô¹ÏÍø 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…
IN A FLASH: Winging It
Students in the aeronautics programs in Kent State's College of Aeronautics and Engineering learn about every aspect of aircraft and flight.
IN A FLASH: Look, Up in the Sky!
91³Ô¹ÏÍø's Aeronautics and Engineering Expo offered exciting and educational exhibits and activities for aviation fans of all ages.
91³Ô¹ÏÍø's Aeronautics and Engineering Expo Promises Fun for All Ages
91³Ô¹ÏÍø will host the Aeronautics and Engineering Expo (A&E Expo) on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Airport. This event offers a day of aviation excitement, hands-on STEM experiences, and family-friendly activities for all ages.
91³Ô¹ÏÍø Precision Flight Team Reaches New Heights at 2024 NIFA SAFECON
The 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Precision Flight Team finished 11th overall out of 32 teams at this year’s .
Kent State's Aircraft Dispatch Program Takes Flight: Celebrating a Decade of Excellence
91³Ô¹ÏÍø'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.
IN A FLASH: Taking to the Skies
Last year, the The Kent State Flight Team brought home an impressive collection of competition trophies and the pilots are is ready to take flight to bring in even more wins this year.
From Aspiring Aviator to First Officer: Olivia (Semon) Carnprobst's Journey Through the Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp
Olivia (Semon) Carnbprobst’s (’22, ’23) journey from a high school junior at the Nikki Kukwa Memorial Aviation Camp (NKMAC) to a first officer at Endeavor Air epitomizes the camp's impact on young women's careers in aviation.
91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s College of Aeronautics and Engineering Welcomes Federal Aviation Administration Officials to Showcase Facilities and Capabilities
The visit highlighted the college’s current capabilities and plans for additional expansion and growth, particularly in advanced air mobility and aviation maintenance, and capabilities in workforce talent training and development.