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Who we are

AeroNode is a student-led team of engineers, programmers, and aviation enthusiasts dedicated to designing and building an autonomous aircraft for the SUAS competition. Our mission is to push the boundaries of what students can achieve in aerospace technology.

Founded in 2026, we are based in Bellevue, Washington, and our team is composed of passionate students from various disciplines. We believe in hands-on learning, innovation, and collaboration to create a competitive autonomous aircraft that can perform complex tasks in real-world scenarios.

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Team Members

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Our Season Roadmap

April 2026

Team Kickoff

AeroNode forms as a rookie team, subteams are organized, and mission planning begins.

May 2026

Design

Airframe layout, avionics architecture, and flight-control systems are locked in.

June 2026

Assemble

First full airframe assembly, integrating power, sensors, and software systems.

June 2027

Flight Testing

Ground tests and flight trials to validate autonomy, targeting, and payload delivery.

September 2027

SUAS Competition

AeroNode competes, putting a full season of work to the test.

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01

Design

We conceptualize and design the aircraft, selecting the best airframe, power system, sensors, and software to meet competition requirements.

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Assemble

Our team meticulously assembles the aircraft, integrating all components and ensuring that the system is ready for rigorous testing and flight trials.

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Trial

We conduct extensive flight trials and testing to validate the aircraft's performance, refine its systems, and ensure it meets all competition criteria.