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The team's aircraft
Every season, the team designs, builds and tests a new cargo aircraft for the SAE Brazil AeroDesign competition.
FNX-2026
The team's newest project, currently in development.
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TES-2025"Ship of Theseus"
The aircraft that gave the team its best result in the overall ranking.
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MAU-2024
The team's debut at SAE Brazil AeroDesign, after two thoroughly tested prototypes.
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ISA-2023
A new project focused on aerodynamic performance, forged over nights in the lab.
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CSJ-2022
The team's first fully built aircraft, after the pandemic pause.
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Every project is developed in-house by the team, from concept to final build, in five stages.
Concept & Planning
Identifying each competition's specific requirements and setting performance goals, with an early study of aerodynamics, structure, materials and propulsion systems.
Design & Modeling
Aerodynamic, structural, electronic and stability calculations and analyses, followed by detailed 3D modeling of the entire aircraft.
Prototyping & Manufacturing
Fabricating parts with techniques like laser cutting and 3D printing, and fully assembling the aircraft while integrating its electronic and mechanical systems.
Testing & Tuning
Flight tests to assess the aircraft's real-world performance, with continuous iteration and optimization based on the results.
Competition Prep
Final calibration of controls and control systems, plus maintenance and technical support during the competition events.