Aethra

The pilot project

This is the beginning of a process aimed at transforming theoretical knowledge into practical skills. This initial approach is being applied to develop operational solutions for the association's future generations of aircraft.

The first drone built by the association. From design to flight in one academic year.

10 km

Distance covered

15 m/s

Max. velocity

Payload capacity

Main material:

Carbon Fibre

Wing Configuration

Mid

Propulsion

Single tractor propeller

Tailplane

conventional

Payload

The project began in 2022 and it is based on the SAE Aero Design regulations and culminated in the flight in September 2023.

The wing and tail airfoils are, respectively, SD7062 and NACA 0013.

2.4 m

Length

0.5 m

Height

4.8 m

Wing span

12 kg

Weight

2.15 m2

Wing surface

0.184 m2

Horizontal tail area

2

Flight tests:

Project partners