UVic AERO

Glider

The University of Victoria Aeronautical Engineering Research Organization is a student-run group open to anyone interested in applying art, science, or engineering to the field of aerospace.

We are involved in many activities, including the upcoming Unmanned Systems Canada 2011-2012 Student UAV Competition. This competition involves the design, construction, programming and final testing of a fully autonomous aircraft, and will take place during the first half of 2012.

Heavy lift plane

If you are interested in joining our team, either as a student member or a sponsor, please feel free to contact us! We are always looking for new students who are interested in the amazing field of aerospace.

Wondering what's involved? Here's a sample of the kind of work needed to build a plane from scratch.

Mechanical Electrical Marketing Management
  • Airframe design
  • Fabrication (foam, carbon fibre)
  • Composite manufacturing
  • Wing and airframe testing
  • Optical design
  • Flight control systems
  • Communications
  • Camera control
  • Power design
  • Motor selection
  • Graphic design
  • Web development
  • Fund raising
  • Corporate sponsorships
  • Team and group management