A file photograph of the finalists of Boeing National Aeromodelling Competition at IIT Delhi, in New Delhi in 2014. This yr’s finale was held at R.V. College of Engineering in Bengaluru.
| Photo Credit: Kamal Narang
Boeing introduced the winners of the 8th annual Boeing National Aeromodelling Competition in India, on May 3.
This yr’s competition attracted near 2,200 college students throughout India, and noticed a two-fold improve in participation throughout zonal and national rounds. 39 finalists from 12 groups had been chosen for the finale, held at R.V. College of Engineering in Bengaluru.
Arshad Khan from Rabindranath Tagore University, Bhopal was declared winner of the competition.
Sharanya Acharya Nishmithe, Aman Kumar Srivastav and Gagan G. Nayak from Nitte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), Nitte, Karnataka bagged the second spot
Divyamshu, Rathan Raj Okay. Nancy and Anantha Krishna, additionally from NMAMIT-Nitte, took the third spot.
The zonal rounds of the competition had been held at IIT Kanpur, IIT Bombay, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Madras. The prime three groups from every zone then travelled to Bengaluru for the finale.
The competition began as an annual occasion in 2013 to supply a nationwide platform for college students who’ve a eager curiosity in aerospace engineering and associated fields. The competition permits them to exhibit their abilities and creativity in designing, constructing, and flying fixed-wing plane fashions of differing kinds and sizes.
Salil Gupte, president, Boeing India, stated, “This national aeromodelling competition provides an excellent platform for young aviation and technology enthusiasts to present their creativity, and engineering and design skills. It is a testament to our commitment to encourage engineering talent to pursue careers in aerospace and defence in India.”
Ahmed Elsherbini, managing director, Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center, and chief engineer, Boeing India, stated, “Aeromodelling competition plays a crucial role in the aerospace sector. It brings fresh perspectives, new ideas, and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking. With the aerospace industry constantly evolving, student innovation can be a driving force in the development of new technologies and sustainable solutions.”
Over the years, Boeing has strategically invested in growing expertise for the aerospace sector in India. Its packages, together with Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development (BUILD) Program, the Boeing HorizonX India Innovation Challenge, and the Accelerated Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) Apprenticeship program, have all helped empower entrepreneurs and contributed to constructing a talented frontline workforce for India.
