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Aviation Engineering Dep. Honors Outstanding Students of 2026
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Aviation Engineering Dep. Honors Outstanding Students of 2026

Shamal Mohammad2026-05-05T16:07:45+03:00

The Aviation Engineering Department in the Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University hosted a joyful and well-organized event on May 05, 2026, to honor its outstanding students. This annual event is an important tradition of the department. It recognizes and celebrates the top-performing students from each academic year based on their GPA. The department carefully organizes the event to inspire students. It also motivates them to achieve higher academic performance and continue improving. During the ceremony, the department presented certificates and gifts to the top achievers. Students also enjoyed sweets and participated in engaging activities. These moments encouraged [...]

Aviation Engineering Dep. Honors Outstanding Students of 2026Shamal Mohammad2026-05-05T16:07:45+03:00

National Workshop: Sustainable Aviation
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National Workshop: Sustainable Aviation

Shamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:31:58+03:00

The Aviation Engineering Department in the Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University successfully organized its second national workshop for the 2025/2026 academic year on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. The workshop was presented by Dr. Soorkeu A. Atrooshi and Mr. Ahmed Ameer Arsalan. Sustainable Development Goals 1, 12, and 13 are closely connected, focusing on efficient production, energy transition, and a more resilient environment. In this workshop, the speakers highlighted innovation in sustainable aviation materials and emphasized harmony with nature as a key direction for sustainable engineering. This approach covers all stages, from design and conception to production and [...]

National Workshop: Sustainable AviationShamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:31:58+03:00

National Workshop on Sustainable Aviation Announced
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National Workshop on Sustainable Aviation Announced

Shamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:30:51+03:00

On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, the Aviation Engineering Department at the Faculty of Engineering, Tishk International University, will host a national workshop entitled “Sustainable Aviation.” The workshop aims to highlight the integrated relationship between Sustainable Development Goals 1, 12, and 13, emphasizing efficient production through energy transition within a more resilient environment. It will focus on advancing innovation in sustainable materials in aviation and promoting harmony with nature as a forward-looking approach to engineering, covering the full process from design to production and operation. This event reflects the department’s commitment to supporting sustainable engineering practices and addressing current environmental [...]

National Workshop on Sustainable Aviation AnnouncedShamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:30:51+03:00

Aviation Department Engages MEDES School in STEM Activity
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Aviation Department Engages MEDES School in STEM Activity

Shamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:29:45+03:00

On Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the Aviation Engineering Department at Tishk International University coordinated a community project under the STEM initiative with the International Classical School of MEDES in Erbil. A team from the Aviation Engineering Department visited the school to engage with the administration and offer a presentation to twelfth-grade students. The event was informative and interactive, with students listening attentively and asking many questions in a relaxed and encouraging environment. The visiting team explained the theme of the visit and presented relevant details, pausing periodically to answer questions and engage the audience. The event concluded with competitions [...]

Aviation Department Engages MEDES School in STEM ActivityShamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:29:45+03:00

Aviation Department Hosts Industry Professional Presentation
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Aviation Department Hosts Industry Professional Presentation

Shamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:29:01+03:00

On February 10, 2026, the Aviation Engineering Department at the Faculty of Engineering, Tishk International University, organized a presentation as part of its annual “Industry Professional Visit and Presentation” program. Based on prior arrangements, Engineer Raed Althahabi, Head of the New Aircraft Preparation for Service Division at Iraqi Airways, visited the department to deliver a specialized presentation and engage students in valuable discussions about their future career paths and internship opportunities. Engineer Raed delivered an engaging and successful session that attracted strong student interest, highlighting important professional pathways and future prospects in aviation engineering. The presentation, titled “Career Path [...]

Aviation Department Hosts Industry Professional PresentationShamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:29:01+03:00

Aviation Department Engages Akito High School in STEM Activity
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Aviation Department Engages Akito High School in STEM Activity

Shamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:28:09+03:00

On Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Aviation Engineering Department conducted a community outreach program to engage high school students in STEM activities. The department organized the event in coordination with Akito High School, located in the Ainkawa District of Erbil. Students and staff attended an introductory presentation followed by a competition and an award ceremony. The program also included a discussion session that explained the scope and impact of aviation engineering as a STEM-based discipline. During the event, the school administration expressed strong support and discussed several challenges they currently face. The students demonstrated great curiosity and asked many [...]

Aviation Department Engages Akito High School in STEM ActivityShamal Mohammad2026-04-28T21:28:09+03:00

Seminar Explores Boeing 737 MAX and MCAS Lessons
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Seminar Explores Boeing 737 MAX and MCAS Lessons

Web Admin2026-04-28T21:27:09+03:00

The Aviation Engineering Department in the Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University organized an internal seminar on Thursday, February 29, 2026, titled “Boeing 737 MAX and MCAS (Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System): A Hard Lesson in Why We Should Prioritize Engineering.” The seminar was attended by staff and students from the Faculty of Engineering, as well as aviation students. It highlighted the importance of engineering processes, including redundancy, testing, and transparency in design. The seminar focused on one of the most popular commercial transport aircraft, the Boeing 737, reviewing its successful history until October 2017. Shortly after the release [...]

Seminar Explores Boeing 737 MAX and MCAS LessonsWeb Admin2026-04-28T21:27:09+03:00

Aviation Engineering Department Welcomes First-Year Students
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Aviation Engineering Department Welcomes First-Year Students

Web Admin2026-01-16T16:16:20+03:00

New Academic Year Orientation Event On December 7, 2025, the Department of Aviation Engineering commenced the new academic year for first-year students with a comprehensive orientation event designed to introduce students to university education requirements at Tishk International University. Notably coinciding with International Civil Aviation Day, the department prepared a special commemorative talk highlighting the significance of civil aviation in global connectivity and innovation. International Civil Aviation Day Commemoration To mark this important occasion, the department delivered a short but profound talk emphasizing: Civil Aviation's Global Role: Connecting people across nations and cultures through air travel Setting pathways for innovation in transportation technology Establishing standards [...]

Aviation Engineering Department Welcomes First-Year StudentsWeb Admin2026-01-16T16:16:20+03:00

Aviation Students Visit Shaqlawa Weather Station
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Aviation Students Visit Shaqlawa Weather Station

Web Admin2026-01-16T16:14:20+03:00

Meteorological Field Learning Experience On November 27, 2025, the Aviation Engineering Department at Tishk International University organized a scientific field trip for its students to the Weather Station within the Shaqlawa Agricultural Directorate. Conducted under the instruction of Mr. Ahmed Ameer Arsalan, this visit provided students with direct exposure to operational meteorological systems and instrumentation relevant to aviation engineering. Comprehensive Instrumentation Education During the visit, the station's director provided detailed explanations and demonstrations of essential meteorological measurement devices: Key Meteorological Instruments Explored: Thermometers for precise temperature measurement and recording Anemometers for wind speed and direction monitoring Photoperiod meters capable of recording daily sunshine duration Data collection systems for [...]

Aviation Students Visit Shaqlawa Weather StationWeb Admin2026-01-16T16:14:20+03:00

Aviation Department Hosts Climate Action Workshop
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Aviation Department Hosts Climate Action Workshop

Web Admin2026-01-16T16:12:17+03:00

Sustainable Aviation Engineering Focus The Aviation Engineering Department in the Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University successfully organized its first National Workshop for the 2025/2026 academic year on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Presented by Professor Abdullateef Jadallah and Dr. Soorkeu A. Atrooshi, the workshop explored the critical intersection between aviation engineering and Sustainable Development Goal 13 – Climate Action. Technological Innovations for Environmental Sustainability The workshop examined specific engineering innovations that can significantly reduce aviation's environmental impact: Key Innovation Areas: Lighter advanced materials for aircraft construction and components Improved aerodynamic designs optimizing fuel efficiency Sustainable maintenance strategies extending aircraft lifecycle Landing gear system optimization reducing aerodynamic drag Energy efficiency enhancement through technical [...]

Aviation Department Hosts Climate Action WorkshopWeb Admin2026-01-16T16:12:17+03:00