ASCENT is a cooperative aviation research organization co-led by Washington State University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and supported by the FAA, NASA, the Department of Defense, and Transport Canada. We conduct research to inform our sponsors on current and emerging technologies and operations for the aviation industry. A coalition of 16 leading U.S. research universities and advised by over 60 private sector stakeholders committed to the safety and future of aviation, ASCENT also works in partnership with international research programs and national laboratories to create an all-inclusive research capability.
Analytics Powering Airspace Evolution Challenge Page The 2024 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Data Challenge ushers in a groundbreaking opportunity for university students to identify challenges and present solutions toward the evolution of the National Airspace System (NAS) into a more information-centric entity. By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and advanced analytics, participants are invited […]
Read MoreThe FAA Samya Rose Stumo National Air Grant Fellowship (NAGF) program offers an opportunity for graduate students to gain experience in how aviation legislation and policy are developed in Congress. For more information, download the .pdf flyer or visit the FAA site.
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