AS Castelldefels is pleased to share its latest activities. Firstly, our annual trip this year was to Munich (Germany), where we explored an incredible city and met fellow EUROAVIANs. During our visit, we went to the ESA-DLR facilities, the BMW Museum, Nymphenburg Palace, the Deutsches Museum and the Allianz Arena. We would like to thank FIB Leo Buchner, who gave us an incredible tour around the city and showed us the ropes for an authentic Bavarian dinner.
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“Inat” – More Than Just a Word from AS Beograd
Try translating the Serbian word inat into English, and you’ll quickly realise it is more than just stubbornness: it is quiet determination, a refusal to give up, especially when it seems like everything is lost. It’s the reason some teams walk away, while others stay up all night fixing what’s broken.
Inspiring the Next Generation: A Visit from Tsiamoulis Schools from AS Athens
Last week, our team had the pleasure of welcoming students from Tsiamoulis Schools to our facilities at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). It was an honour to open our doors to the students and share with them our work, our values, and our vision for the future.
Can airplanes fly without a pilot?
It sounds like the start of a science fiction movie. A plane takes off, flies thousands of kilometers, lands perfectly… and not a single pilot in the cockpit. As crazy as it might seem, the question isn’t if it’s possible, but when it will happen. So, can planes actually fly without a pilot ? Let’s…
Did You Know Modern Airplanes Have “Brake Pads” Made of Carbon?
When we think of aircraft technology, we often think of powerful jet engines, fancy wings, and complicated avionics. But one of the most vital (and least appreciated) systems on any airplane is an airplane’s braking system especially during landing, when stopping a 200-ton airplane traveling at 280 km/h is no easy feat. Incredibly, the material…
Douglas Aircraft: Contracts and Conflict in WWII
Aviation Ascending: Douglas Aircraft’s Wartime Expansion During the Second World War, aviation became both a strategic tool and a booming industry. The United States rapidly scaled its aircraft production, and at the center of this transformation stood the Douglas Aircraft Company. Known for producing some of the most iconic planes of the war, Douglas helped…
Career Connections and Aerospace Insights in Leuven
April 2025 was a month of success for EUROAVIA Leuven. We organized two major events: one of them a first for our team, the Career Track, and the other, our flagship evening of lectures, Aero in Flanders. First, the Career Track. At AS Leuven, our main goal is connecting our members with the aerospace industry,…
April 2025 check in from AS València
This year, in EUROAVIA València, we have experienced an extraordinary situation. Due to the Dana in October, we were forced to suspend all the activities to be carried out during the months of November and December. However, after this period, we have managed to come back stronger than ever. Throughout spring, we have carried out…
Did You Know? Why Have Aircraft Materials Evolved Over Time?
The aerospace industry is continually seeking lighter, stronger, and more efficient planes. As a result, materials used to construct aircraft have advanced significantly. From aluminum to high-end composites, and now 3D-printed components, the history of material development is one of performance, sustainability, and engineering brilliance. From Aluminum to Composites: Why the Shift? Aluminum has been…
Fly-In Cairo 2025: A Memorable EUROAVIA Journey
Fly-In Cairo 2025, held from February 16th to 22nd, was an extraordinary experience that captivated EUROAVIA members with its vibrant mix of cultural exploration and aerospace enthusiasm. Organised by the dedicated EUROAVIA Cairo team at Zewail City University, the event delivered unforgettable moments. This report captures the joy, connections, and surprises that defined our adventure.