Aeronautics
Pilot Pinning Ceremony
Every milestone in aviation represents hard work, dedication, and growth. Whether you've earned your Private Pilot Certificate or achieved your Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certification, it's time to celebrate your accomplishment. Join us as we recognize your achievements and commemorate this …
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø Pilot Pinning Ceremony Honors Milestones, Mentorship and a Legacy of Aviators
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø's fifth annual Pilot Pinning Ceremony, held one day before 9/11's 25th anniversary, honored nearly 75 students earning their pilot wings alongside firsthand reflections from alumni who were flying commercially on Sept. 11, 2001. Nearly 35 alumni returned to celebrate, with several family members pinning the next generation of Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø pilots.
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø Hosts Aeronautics and Engineering Expo on Sept. 26
91¿´Æ¬Íø’s Aeronautics and Engineering Expo returns Sept. 26 with historic and modern aircraft, airplane rides, drone and robotics demonstrations, and family-friendly STEM activities at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Airport.
Moving Ever Closer to His Doctoral Degree and NASA Dream
As graduate student Delonte Goodman nears the completion of his doctoral program in Mechatronics, he completes work on several projects and sets his sights on research and landing a job at NASA.
IN A FLASH: Up and Over the Snow!
Northeast Ohio’s unpredictable and sometimes extreme weather conditions provide excellent training scenarios for Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø student pilots.
Kent 91¿´Æ¬Íø Finishes Second Overall, Earns Top Honors in Flying Events at NIFA SAFECON Region III
The College of Aeronautics and Engineering at 91¿´Æ¬Íø hosted the 2025 National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) SAFECON Region III competition Oct. 19–24 at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø 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 91¿´Æ¬Íø 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 91¿´Æ¬Íø 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 91¿´Æ¬Íø's College of Aeronautics and Engineering learn about every aspect of aircraft and flight.
IN A FLASH: Look, Up in the Sky!
91¿´Æ¬Íø's Aeronautics and Engineering Expo offered exciting and educational exhibits and activities for aviation fans of all ages.
91¿´Æ¬Íø's Aeronautics and Engineering Expo Promises Fun for All Ages
91¿´Æ¬Íø will host the Aeronautics and Engineering Expo (A&E Expo) on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the 91¿´Æ¬Íø Airport. This event offers a day of aviation excitement, hands-on STEM experiences, and family-friendly activities for all ages.
