AGU conference in San Francisco
On December 9-13, 2019, the AGU Fall Meeting – the largest international mevent devoted to Earth and space sciences – was held in San Francisco, USA. The meeting was attended by over 25 000 people representing scientific institutions dealing with climate research, atmosphere physics, oceanography or geology, as well as representatives from the industry offering […]
Amsterdam Drone Week 2019
At the request of the Polish Embassy in The Hague, the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation was invited to organize an event called Polish Drone Sector Meetup during the exhibition and conference fair Amsterdam Drone Week. The Ł-ILOT appointed a team of delegates to coordinate the project from the organizational side, as well […]
Łukasiewicz – Institute of Aviation provides reference data for biomass hyperspectral imaging and remote detection of microorganisms
In the Remote Sensing Department in the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation, storing and sharing a service of reference multispectral data has been launched. The M2INAVI database enables the analysis of multispectral imaging using unmanned systems and in designed future space missions as well as the remote detection of selected objects such as […]
Completion of the project for POLREGIO
On November 22, 2019, a demonstration of the operation of the passenger space ventilation system designed for railway vehicles undergoing ongoing repairs took place at the Rolling Stock Repair Plant in Kruszewiec. The meeting was the finalization of a project run by the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation (Ł-ILOT) for the company “Przewozy […]
Model aeroplanes competition at Okęcie
On Saturday, November 23rd, 2019 at Warsaw Okęcie, the Primary School with Integration Departments No. 87 7 PP AK “Garłuch” held a model aeroplanes competition. The event was attended, among others, by students of an aviation class sponsored by the Łukasiewicz – Institute of Aviation. The competition program included: IX competition of small controlled helicopters […]
Meeting of cluster representatives from the Visegrad Group countries
On November 25-26, 2019, the Association of Employers Polish Clusters with the support of the International Visegrad Fund organized in Bielsko-Biała a conference: “Building Bridges in V4 Aviation Community”. This is the first meeting of cluster organizations intended for the aviation industry of the V4 Region. The main purpose of the meeting was to establish […]
Space Tech Expo Europe
On November 19-21, 2019, one of the most important European space industry fairs – Space Tech Expo Europe – took place in Bremen. This is the first edition during which the Łukasiewicz – Institute of Aviation presented its offer. Visitors of the stand were able to learn about the works and products developed by engineers […]
Innovation Leaders Forum 2019
On November 21, 2019, the most important conference on innovation in Poland, dedicated to technology transfer – the Innovation Leaders Forum was held in Warsaw. The event was attended by directors and innovation managers, experts and innovation brokers working both at scientific and research institutions as well as in companies. Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute […]
Award in the 11th competition “Innovator of Mazovia”
For the eleventh time, the self-government of the Masovian Voivodeship awarded the most creative scientists and companies with the title of “Innovator of Mazovia”. We are pleased to inform you that the third place in the category “Innovative Scientist” was taken by Paweł Surmacz, PhD Eng. for the overall of his academic work, including his […]
11th Development Trends in Space Propulsion Systems Conference
On 14-15 November 2019 in Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation, took place 11th edition of a scientific conference “Development Trends in Space Propulsion Systems”. The conference was organized by the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation and the Warsaw University of Technology. The conference was opened by Paweł Stężycki PhD Eng., Director […]
General Assembly ACARE 2019
On 30 October 2019 in Brussels a meeting of ACARE General Assembly members was held with the participation of the Polish representative in this organization – Director of the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation, Paweł Stężycki, PhD Eng. ACARE – Advisory Council for Aviation Research and Innovation in Europe is the most important […]
10 years of the European Forum of Marketing of Scientific and Research Organizations
Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation for the tenth time hosted the participants of the European Marketing Forum of Scientific and Research Organizations (7-8 November 2019). This year’s jubilee edition was a unique opportunity to summarize and present the achievements of institutes in the promotion and marketing of science. The 10th European Forum MINIB […]
IAC 2019
“Space: The Strength of the Past, the Hope of the Future” was the motto of the 70th International Astronautical Congress (October 21-25, 2019) held in Washington DC, attended by engineers, scientists and political decision-makers from more than 80 countries. The International Astronautical Congress is one of the largest and most important events of the space […]
FAR 2019
From September 30th to October 3rd 2019, an international conference on space vehicles (FAR 2019) was held in Monopoly, Italy. This is the first edition of a new conference of the European Space Agency aimed at representatives of space agencies, industry, organisations, universities and research institutes. Representatives of the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of […]
Student competition during the Space Trends 2019 conference
ŁUKASIEWICZ – Institute of Aviation and the Warsaw University of Technology invite you to participate in the competition intended for students – participants of the 11th Development Trends in Space Propulsion Systems 2019 conference (November 14-15, 2019). The competition covers issues related to the broadly understood space industry. All students are invited to submit abstracts […]
Problems of autonomous transport during Impact mobility 19′
On 9-10 October 2019 in the International Congress Centre in Katowice the Impact mobility rEVolution’19 conference took place. The event was a place of debate on zero-emission drives, autonomous transport, solutions for smart city and having a positive impact on the environment. Impact mobility brought together representatives of companies and institutions related to the technology, […]
10 years of the League of Friends of Polish Aviation
On October 19, 2019, the ŁUKASIEWICZ – Institute of Aviation hosted a general, jubilee meeting of members to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the League of Friends of Polish Aviation (LPPL). During the meeting, topics related to the activities of the association taken over a decade, cooperation with educational institutions and development of interest in […]
Scientific and Technical Conference “95 Years of MESKO in the Service of the Homeland”
On 24-25 October 2019, on the occasion of MESKO’s 95th anniversary, a conference devoted to the development of rocket and ammunition technology in Poland was held. ŁUKASIEWICZ – Institute of Aviation was represented at the event by the General Director, PhD. Paweł Stężycki who, at the invitation of the organizers, gave a presentation entitled “The […]
44th Panel Business Week NATO AVT
On October 7-9, 2019 in Trondheim, Norway, within the framework of the 44th NATO AVT Panel Meeting, a scientific symposium on “Hybrid-Electric Aero-Propulsion Systems for Military Applications” was organized. The symposium aimed at presenting to the potential users – operators from NATO countries, the real possibilities of hybrid-electric propulsion for aircraft applications as well as […]
Over 51,000 guests at the 10th Night at the Institute of Aviation
The jubilee and record-breaking in terms of attendance, 10th Night at the Institute of Aviation is over. This year, the event was attended by over 51,000 enthusiasts of aviation and space – 8,000 people more than last year! The main theme of this year’s edition was space technology. The Night’s program included many thematic attractions, […]
10th IFAR Summit
On the 24-26th of September, the 10th IFAR Summit was held in Amsterdam. This year, the venue and the hosting institution was NLR – Netherlands Aerospace Center, which celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2019. Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation was represented by the general director, Paweł Stężycki, coordinator for the development of international […]
Medal at the end of MSPO 2019
The largest trade fair in Poland devoted to the defence industry – MSPO 2019 – has come to an end. The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation once again marked its presence at the event by presenting products and technologies for aviation and the military. For the second year in a row, the Institute’s […]
ERA project in the demonstration phase
In the last week of August, in the Aviation Education Centre in Jasionka, tests were conducted within the Enhanced RPAS Automation (ERA) project. The aim of the project is to enable unmanned aircraft to operate in unsegregated European airspace. ERA is an ad-hoc project of the European Defence Agency. It involves 16 partners from five […]
MSPO 2019
On 3-6 September 2019 in Kielce will be held 27th International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO. This year’s edition will be marked by the United States National Exhibition and the 20th anniversary of the Armed Forces Exhibition. The event will also be accompanied by the International Logistics Fair LOGISTICS which this year will celebrate its 25th […]
Results of the recruitment process for ‘Space sector human resources development’ training program
On 28 August 2019 in the seat of the Industrial Development Agency (ARP) the final gala took place, during which the results of the recruitment process were announced in the internship competition “Space Sector Personnel Development” organized by the ARP and the Space Sector Employers’ Association in cooperation with companies associated in ZPSK. The event […]
LOTOS Gdynia Aerobaltic 2019
One of the largest air shows took place – LOTOS Gdynia Aerobaltic took place on August 16-18, 2019. The event attracted crowds of aviation fans who could spot planes and helicopters during aerobatics and at the static exhibition. The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation presented at an exhibition stand located at the Gdynia […]
24th ESA Symposium on European Rocket & Balloon programmes and related research
On June 17-20, 2019, an international conference 24th ESA Symposium on European Rocket & Balloon programmes and related research took place in Essen. This event provides a discussion forum for scientists and engineers using sounding rockets and balloons for research, technology verification and education purposes. Participants represented leading research institutions and test ranges operators, such […]
Completion of tests of the ILX-34 wing box demonstrator
On June 28, 2019, the strength tests of the composite demonstrator of the ILX-34 wing box were completed. The project was carried out in the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation by the Center for Composite Technologies in cooperation with the Center of New Technologies and the Materials and Structures Research Center. The aim […]
2nd Composite Safety & Certification Meeting
On 9-10 July 2019, the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation, held the 2nd Composite Safety & Certification Meeting. The event was organized in cooperation with the Federal Aviation Administration, the European Aviation Safety Agency and the National Institute for Aviation Research. On the first day, Cindy Ashforth, FAA Senior Technical Specialist for Advanced […]
EUCASS 2019
On July 1-4, 2019, an international scientific conference EUCASS 2019 took place in Madrid. The event was attended by engineers, scientists, technologists, managers and leaders of the space industry from around the world. Participants represented leading research institutions and companies such as: Thales Alenia, Ariane Group, DLR, ESA, CNES, JAXA and the Łukasiewicz Research Network […]
Termination of appointment of professor Piotr Wolański as the SSRC PAS chairman
On June 29, 2019, Kosmonauta Hotel in Wrocław witnessed a ceremonial meeting to commemorate the end of the 16-year term of the Chairman of the Space and Satellite Research Committee of the Polish Academy of Sciences by professor Piotr Wolański and the end of his duties as the second Vice-Chairman of the UN Peace and […]
XIV National Rotorcraft Forum
On June 28, 2019, the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation held the 14th National Rotorcraft Forum. This year’s event attracted 55 experts in the field of rotorcraft from Poland and abroad. Conference participants were welcomed by the deputy general director, Sylwester Wyka. The conference was divided into four thematic sessions: Helipads, Rotorcraft – […]
“History of the helicopter” – the latest book by Ryszard Witkowski on sale now
The Scientific Publication Division have just published the latest book of the doyen of Polish helicopter pilots – Ryszard Witkowski. “History of the helicopter” is the first factual monograph presenting the idea of rotorcraft from the beginning to modern times. Despite its historical accuracy, the book is written in a very engaging way. Witkowski guides […]
Remote sensing studies for KGHM Polska Miedź S.A.
On 26-28 June 2019, at the head office of KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., a working meeting of the management board of the company was held with representatives of the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation. The purpose of the visit was to discuss the possibility of using modern remote sensing, photogrammetric and unmanned flying […]
The award in the “State Security Leader 2019” competition
On June 14, 2019, at the Conference Center of the Polish Army in Warsaw, the award gala of the 7th edition of the “State Security Leader” competition was held. The event was organized by the Association of Suppliers for Uniformed Services under the honorary patronage of the Head of the National Security Bureau, Paweł Soloch. […]
25 years of EREA – signing of a cooperation agreement
The Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation was among the leading research institutes in the field of aerospace in Europe, signing a commitment to the European Commission in the framework of EREA (Association of European Research Establishments in Aeronautics). After 25 years, the members of the association renewed the obligation to strengthen cooperation in […]
Polish Innovation and Business Week
Representatives of Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation took part in the Polish Innovation and Business Week, which on 15 June 2019 in Reno was inaugurated by the President of the Republic of Poland, Andrzej Duda. The event was addressed to representatives of Polish institutions and business operating in Nevada. The event was attended […]
Technology enabling launchers reusability will be developed by Polish entities
The European Space Agency (ESA) has signed a contract with the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation to conduct 3-year research aimed at developing thrust regulation system for rocket engines utilizing green liquid propellants. The technology is crucial for European reusable transportation systems development, as well as lunar landers and ESA exploration missions. The […]
Polish engineers are testing the technologies of the future to enable unmanned flights in urban conditions
Engineers from Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation took part in unique worldwide tests of Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) in urban area, which took place in Reno, Nevada, USA. Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation was the only foreign institution invited to participate in American manoeuvres. The test report was published […]
Second launch of ILR-33 AMBER rocket
On May 26th, 2019, at the Land Forces Training Centre „Drawsko”, engineers of Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation conducted an in-flight test of the ILR-33 AMBER rocket. Its aim was to verify new solutions implemented in the construction, including the configuration with steering surfaces (canards) and optimised oxidizer feeding system. Besides flight hardware, […]