Aerospace Academy
Aerospace Academy is an open access aviation engineering education platform, published online by Mr. Aircraft Engineer. It is dedicated to making technical knowledge — gas turbine engines, UAV systems, aircraft systems, and aviation English — freely accessible to technicians, students, and engineers worldwide.
- Open Access — free for readers, no registration wall, no paywalls.
- Structured Curriculum: 5 modules covering 124 lessons across 40+ weeks of content.
- Field Expertise: Built by an active aviation instructor with hands-on experience in turbine engines and UAV systems.
- Real Engine References: Content built around real aircraft and engines — GE90, CFM56, LEAP, F110.
- Industry-Ready: Maintenance technician-focused, technician-level depth rather than purely theoretical content.
Latest Articles
The Basics of Jet Engines: A Four-Stage Cycle Analysis
Aerospace Academy 2026, 1(1), 002; published 21 Jan 2026
From intake to exhaust — the four-stage cycle that powers modern aviation. This article examines the thermodynamic cycle of gas turbine engines with real-engine references (GE90, CFM56, LEAP), explaining how the suck-squeeze-bang-blow sequence translates into thrust. Special attention is given to bypass ratios in modern turbofans and the role of compressor pressure ratios in overall efficiency.
This article belongs to the section Propulsion Systems
The Future of Aviation: UAVs and Autonomous Flight Architectures
Aerospace Academy 2026, 1(1), 001; published 21 Jan 2026
An analysis of unmanned aerial systems, flight control architectures, and the engineering challenges of next-generation autonomous aircraft. The paper examines fixed-wing and multi-rotor configurations, the role of flight control systems (FCS) in stability, and how modern sensor fusion (gyroscopes, accelerometers, GPS) enables autonomous navigation.
This article belongs to the section UAV Engineering
Axial vs Centrifugal Compressors: Engineering Trade-offs in Modern Propulsion
Forthcoming · Q1 2026
A comparative study of axial and centrifugal compressor designs, examining why modern turbofans favor axial multi-stage compression while APUs and helicopter engines retain centrifugal stages.
About the Academy
An open access aviation engineering education platform, dedicated to making technical knowledge freely accessible to technicians, students, and engineers worldwide.
Aims & Scope
Aerospace Academy is dedicated to the open dissemination of aviation engineering knowledge. The platform covers four core areas: gas turbine propulsion, UAV systems engineering, aircraft systems (ATA-chapter structured), and technical English for maintenance environments.
All content is curated by an active aviation instructor with field experience. Materials are designed for technician-level depth and workplace applicability rather than purely theoretical study, with real-engine references and worked examples used throughout.
Audience
Maintenance Technicians
Hangar-floor English, AMM reading, troubleshooting communication.
Engineering Students
Thermodynamics through real-engine analysis with worked examples.
UAV Developers
Flight control architecture, payload integration, autonomous navigation.
History
The project began on Instagram in 2016 and reached a community of 457,000 people before the account was taken down. This academy is the same mission in a new home — and this time, the knowledge stays openly accessible to everyone.
Training Modules
Structured learning paths across aerospace engineering. Each module is self-contained — start anywhere, follow your own path. All modules are open access.
Aircraft Systems (ATA Chapter Structured)
A comprehensive aircraft systems engineering and maintenance knowledge base structured around ATA chapter conventions. Covers hydraulics, electrical, pneumatics, avionics, and fuel systems with reference to real airframes.
Topics: Hydraulics · Electrical · Pneumatics · Avionics · Fuel Systems · Landing Gear
Gas Turbine Engines: Deep Dive
Turbofan architecture, Brayton cycle thermodynamics, FADEC systems, and combustion analysis. Real-engine case studies include GE90, CFM56, LEAP, and F110, with worked examples on pressure ratios, bypass ratios, and specific fuel consumption.
Topics: Brayton Cycle · Compressors · Combustion · Turbines · FADEC · Real Engines
UAV Systems & Engineering
Flight controllers, RF systems, autonomous navigation, and drone airframe design. The curriculum is built around real-world systems and adapted for civilian engineering applications.
Topics: Flight Control · RF Datalinks · Autonomy · EO/IR Payloads · Ground Stations
Composite Structures: Damage & Repair
Composite damage mechanics, hole strength analysis, and repair engineering for modern airframes. Covers CFRP behavior under impact, NDT inspection methods, and structural repair manual (SRM) procedures.
Topics: CFRP · Damage Mechanics · NDT · Repair Engineering · SRM
Aviation English for Technicians (A1–A2)
Practical English for the hangar floor: AMM, IPC, work cards, logbooks, and shift handover. Designed for technicians who already know the content in their native language but need workplace fluency in English.
Topics: AMM Reading · IPC · Work Cards · Logbooks · Shift Handover · Troubleshooting
Avionics & Navigation Systems
INS/GPS integration, flight management systems, and autopilot architecture. Module is currently in development and will be released as content is completed.
Topics: INS · GPS · FMS · Autopilot · Sensor Fusion
Technical Library
A growing reference collection: maintenance manual excerpts, structural repair documents, engineering notes, 3D technical models, and curated academic papers.
Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) Reading Guides
Reference excerpts from AMM documentation with reading guides for technicians. Includes navigation through chapter/section/subject conventions, understanding of task numbering, and identification of effectivity codes.
12 documents available · Aircraft maintenance technician focus
Structural Repair Manual (SRM) Worked Examples
Worked repair examples from structural repair manuals, with emphasis on composite repair procedures, allowable damage limits, and inspection requirements before and after repair.
8 documents available · Structural engineer focus
Instructor's Engineering Notes
Curated notes from classroom teaching on gas turbine engines, aerodynamics, and aircraft systems. Compiled from active instructor experience and field observations.
24 notes available · All experience levels
3D Technical Models
Interactive cutaway views of engines, components, and assemblies. Includes turbofan cross-sections, compressor stages, combustion chamber geometries, and turbine cooling architectures.
6 interactive models · Browser-based viewer
Research Hub
In-depth studies on aerospace propulsion, UAV systems, aircraft analysis, and engineering deep-dives. All articles are open access.
The Basics of Jet Engines: A Four-Stage Cycle Analysis
Aerospace Academy 2026, 1(1), 002; 21 Jan 2026
From intake to exhaust — the four-stage cycle that powers modern aviation. This article examines the thermodynamic cycle of gas turbine engines with real-engine references (GE90, CFM56, LEAP), explaining how the suck-squeeze-bang-blow sequence translates into thrust.
The Future of Aviation: UAVs and Autonomous Flight Architectures
Aerospace Academy 2026, 1(1), 001; 21 Jan 2026
An analysis of unmanned aerial systems, flight control architectures, and the engineering challenges of next-generation autonomous aircraft. The paper examines fixed-wing and multi-rotor configurations.
Community
Aviation engineering is better learned together. Join discussions, ask questions, share what you build.
Discord Server
Real-time chat with engineers, technicians, and students worldwide.
Coming SoonYouTube Channel
Video lessons, engine teardowns, and technical walkthroughs.
Coming SoonNewsletter
Weekly digest of new lessons, research papers, and library additions.
Coming SoonContact
For questions, collaboration, or content suggestions.