Aerodynamics
We study wing shape and flexibility, using performance analysis and aeroelastic models to inform the design.
Our team
Built by us.
Flown by us.
Students from across Imperial, brought together by aviation.
Who we are
Our team
at Imperial.
Around 20 of us work across aerodynamics, structures, electronics and flight operations. We take the aircraft from design reviews and workshop assembly to the flying field.
Beyond the workshop
The journey
to the field.
A 4.2 m wingspan makes for an unusual trip on the Tube.
Working together
From review
to flight.
We compare the aircraft’s behaviour in flight with our predictions, then take the findings back to the workshop. Launch procedures, controls and the airframe all form part of that review.
How we work
Our subteams.
Each subteam owns a different part of the project. Design reviews, workshop sessions and flight days bring that work together.
Structures
We design and make the airframe, balancing weight and stiffness with practical assembly and transport.
Electronics + Controls
We bring together power systems, onboard electronics and flight controls, and record data from the aircraft.
Flight Operations
We plan test flights, prepare launch procedures and review the aircraft’s performance afterwards.
Outreach
We share the project at events and build relationships with people and organisations that can support the work.
Partnerships
Supported by
RS.
The RS Student Fund supports our manufacturing and development work.
See our RS project profile ↗January 2026 · Wormwood Scrubs
Our flight
test crew.
- Huanyu Li
- Arlo Maguire
- Adam Teriaki
- Nyeff Alhadi
- Chase Gill
- Luke Scully
- Daniel Wai
- Marcel Koerner
- Suhail HalabyTeam lead
- Hisham Khatib
Want to build with us?
Tell us what you would like to work on, or how your organisation could support the project.