Aeronautical Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering is the branch of Engineering that deals with the study of aircraft, including airplanes, helicopters and drones as well as the integration of all motorized elements. It is also responsible for the design, planning and execution of aeronautical and airport operations.

Aeronautical Engineering includes many technical and science subjects, and mathematics is one of its pillars so it is important that you feel comfortable with formulas and numbers.

One of the functions of the Aeronautical Engineer is to analyze and study all the materials that make up an aircraft and perform tests on their durability, temperature and useful life, among others. Based on these materials the Aeronautical Engineer will be able to select the best materials for each of the elements of the aircraft. For example it is important in the design of the structure used that it can withstand all the forces that exist in a flight and at the same time maintain the lowest possible weight.

Jobs performed by an Aeronautical Engineer

The Aeronautical Engineer can get involved in all sectors involving aircraft, whether the design, assembly, construction, repair and maintenance of flight vehicles. Including plants or factories that produce airplanes or space vehicles.

Another field of work is in the study and planning of airports and air bases, and in the design and study of new air transport routes.

There are many reasons to study Aeronautical Engineering, a person may have a certain curiosity about airplanes, flights or simply wants to learn more about the world of aviation and how the aerospace industry works.

You may wonder why study aeronautics. This could be the question that drives you to enter this exciting degree.