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Emirates Aviation University hosts water rocket competition with Boeing

Emirates Aviation University hosts water rocket competition with Boeing
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Adnan Kazim Deputy President & Chief Commercial Officer | Emirates Airline

Students from grades 11 and 12 participated in a competition organized by Emirates Aviation University and Boeing, where they built rockets using available materials. The rockets were launched at a 45-degree angle, powered only by water and air pressure.

Professor Ahmad Al Ali, Vice Chancellor of Emirates Aviation University, stated: "The Water Rocket Competition is part of our corporate social responsibility initiatives. Not only does the competition ignite curiosity in young minds but it also equips future industry leaders with the skills and passion needed to drive the world forward. We hope they are inspired to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering or maths. We’re delighted with this opportunity to give back to the local community and proud to partner with Boeing."

Kuljit Ghata-Aura, President of Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central Asia, commented: "With the UAE experiencing growth in aviation and space exploration, there continues to be a rising demand for aerospace talent. Partnering with Emirates Aviation University allows us to inspire the next generation of aerospace professionals and provide students with the opportunity to gain technical skills from Boeing engineers during this competition."

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A panel from Emirates Aviation University and Boeing judged the event. The winning team was "It’s Not Rocket Science" from Dubai English Speaking College, whose rocket reached 120 meters. "Rocket Riders" from Dubai Scholars Private School were first runners-up with their rocket reaching 117 meters, followed by "Eagle 1" from Islamiya English School at 115 meters.

Since its inception in 2017, over 1,000 students from 100 schools have participated in this challenge. Eight teams have won prizes over the years.

Boeing has been collaborating with Emirates Aviation University since 2017 on various projects including installing a wind tunnel in the university's lab.

Emirates Aviation University (EAU), established in 1991 as part of the Emirates Group, is recognized as a leading institution for aviation studies in the region. It offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines related to aviation. EAU has expanded significantly over three decades and holds global accreditations such as recognition from the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education in the UK.

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