Showcasing remarkable innovation in aerospace engineering and student-led research, Team Skytrek from MIT ADT University, Pune, represented by Sateesh Kache and Shivam Borade, has set a World Record for the Heaviest Electric Remote-Control Fixed-Wing Aircraft Flown by an Institution.
Designed, engineered, and built entirely by students, the electric remote-controlled fixed-wing aircraft successfully achieved flight with an impressive weight of 261 kilograms, establishing a new benchmark in the field of aeronautical engineering. The record-breaking accomplishment reflects the team’s exceptional technical expertise, innovation, and dedication to advancing unmanned aviation technology.
The project demonstrated the successful integration of advanced aircraft design, structural engineering, propulsion systems, and remote-control technology, highlighting the immense potential of young engineers in developing next-generation aerospace solutions. It also underscored MIT ADT University’s commitment to fostering practical learning, innovation, and research-driven education.
