As principal manager and configuration designer engineer, Tamaira Ross (BSAAE '96, MSAAE '98, OAE '14) is a key player in Blue Origin's New Glenn orbital launch vehicle program.

Brad Belcher (BSAAE '82) was one of 29 individuals selected as Fellow by the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) in its 2019 class.

Steven Collicott, a professor in AAE, participated in a panel session on commercial space at the annual meeting of the Transportation Research Board Jan. 16 in Washington and was quoted in Space News.

Bill Crossley, professor in AAE, was quoted in Popular Science article on flying taxis.

A group of Purdue students that included five from AAE won best team presentation at the International Student Conference, held in conjunction with AIAA Science and Technology Forum and Exposition in early January in San Diego.

Akshay Rao, a junior in the School of Mechanical Engineering, co-founded MAXA Bracing LLC with Nick Gunady, a junior in AAE, to commercialize an accessory for full leg casts and braces that elevates the injured limb slightly to provide joint relief.

Purdue researchers, including Professor Steven Son, are exploring several patented techniques to address two significant challenges with modern solid propellants, controlling the burn rate and improving overall performance.

The Neil Armstrong statue, created by nationally renowned artist Chas Fagan and unveiled in 2007, has become a must-see on Purdue's campus. And a go-to spot on graduation day.

Elizabeth Benitez, Jeremy Marcum, and Miguel Ramirez will receive a $5,000 scholarship.

Aaron Blacker, Alexis Harroun, and Adam Patel were chosen by Aviation Week Network, in collaboration with AIAA.