Welcome to Aerospace Engineering
U-M wins Spaceport America Cup
Congratulations to the Michigan Aeronautical Science Association (MASA) for taking 1st at the first annual Spaceport America Cup!
“Rediscovered” engine for more efficient power plants
U-M led research on rotating detonation engines in the '60s, then the US abandoned the design. Now it returns.
A smarter way to design rocket engines that don’t blow up
Computer modeling might crack combustion problems wide open.
Welcome to AERO
Our mission is to prepare students who are widely known for exceptional strength in technical fundamentals across all aerospace disciplines, cognizant of modern aerospace technologies and are sought after by top graduate schools and aerospace related industries worldwide.
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Faculty. Facilities. Funding.
We have what it takes to help you pursue your biggest ideas. Collaborate with some of the world's preeminent engineers and thought leaders.
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Our Research Areas
The Aerospace engineering department endeavors to improve Aircraft, Spacecraft & Beyond by conducting cutting-edge research in: Gas Dynamics, Structures and Materials, Dynamics and Controls, and Space Systems.
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Our Undergrad Program
The University of Michigan offers an internationally-recognized undergraduate aerospace engineering program that ranks No. 3 among public institutions in the nation by US News & World Report.
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Our Graduate Program
Our graduate students perform cutting edge research in areas related to air and space vehicles, vehicle systems and associated technologies.
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Our People
The University of Michigan is great, due in large part, to the amazing people who populate this community.
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more events »AE285 Undergraduate Seminar: Making Good Decisions with Real-World Data
Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Building
AE585 Special Lecture - Data to Decisions for the Next Generation of Aerospace Systems
Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Building
Full Term Classes Drop Deadline Without “W”
Off Campus Location
AE585 Graduate Seminar Series - Insights From Direct Numerical Simulation Of Multi-Stage Ignition And Flame Propagation
Francois-Xavier Bagnoud Building
Michigan Sports Analytics Hackathon
North Quad
The People Against Climate Change: Resistance Through Art
Dana Natural Resources Building
News Stories
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CoE alumni launch company named to “50 Colorado Startups to Watch in 2017”
Professor James Driscoll receives AIAA Best Paper Award for combustion research
Professor Ben Jorns receives AIAA Best Paper Award for electric propulsion research
Ryan Kitson wins AIAA Best Student Paper
In The News
more news »NASA’s Cassini spacecraft dives into Saturn’s atmosphere
Aerospace professor named lead on $1 million grant
Mahmut Reyhanoglu to lead joint UNCA-NCSU engineering programs in Asheville
University of Michigan creating outdoor complex for safe drone testing
University of Michigan to Create Outdoor Drone Complex for Secure Testing
Robot obstacle course, fly zone for autonomous drones to be built on UM campus
AEROSPACE DAY Find out more about the department’s biggest outreach event, bringing in young students from across Michigan. The event is held biannually in the Fall and Spring. It's a great way to meet and connect with the next generation of aerospace engineers!