GTU students to get real aircraft training

By Richha Bhatnagar

Gujarat Technological University (GTU) is one of the leading universities in the country. Till date, students of aviation and aeronautical engineering received theoretical knowledge and studied aircraft instruments and avionics, mechanical systems, hydraulic systems through toy-like models.

GTU has decided to impart hands-on training to students on real plane. Soon students will be given practical lessons in complicated technology and airport civil works, infrastructure, equipment in real aircraft.

A month ago, GTU has inked a pact with Ahmedabad Aviation Aeronautics Limited (AAAL) to introduce practical training for aviation and aeronautical engineering students as well as teachers of the college. As part of the MoU, students will be taught about the aircraft and aircrafts systems which includes aero engine theory - piston engines, jet engines, aircraft instruments and avionics, aircraft mechanical systems, aircraft hydraulic systems, aircraft construction and metallurgy - apart from aircraft communication and navigational equipment. (Read full story)

As per the new changes, students will also be allowed to participate in various aviation workshops, learn to communicate and navigate the equipments used at airports. Students will also be exposed to various modules on aviation awareness programmes that will help them explore more career opportunities in the aviation industry.

Till date, students used to get training on mini and giant aircraft models. But now students can go to AAAL's facility at Mehsana for practical training in aircraft maintenance, construction of runways, airstrips and airports. AAAL has its own airstrip at Mehsana. Such hands-on training will enhance the knowledge of students and will also widen their level of understanding. (Read more)

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