We are proud to announce that Manuel Soler, Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) and director of our research group (Aircraft Operations Lab), has been nominated for the 2026 edition of the Frontiers Planet Prize. This international award recognizes outstanding scientific work aimed at finding scalable solutionsContinue reading “Manuel Soler, Head of the Aircraft Operations Lab, Named Global Finalist for the Prestigious 2026 Frontiers Planet Prize”
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Manuel Soler Presents “La Astropatrulla Basurilla” on LGN Medios: An Invitation to Build Your Own Water Rocket!
Professor Manuel Soler, from the Aircraft Operations Lab at UC3M, was recently featured on LGN Medios, where he presented his book “La Astropatrulla Basurilla”. In the interview, he discussed the creative process behind this science-fiction story. A tale designed to raise awareness about space debris while sparking curiosity about aerospace engineering among younger audiences. DuringContinue reading “Manuel Soler Presents “La Astropatrulla Basurilla” on LGN Medios: An Invitation to Build Your Own Water Rocket!”
Breaking Gender Barriers in Aviation: The Experience of Xiaoqing Deng
Xiaoqing Deng is a PhD student at the Aircraft Operations Lab UC3M who has built her career in aviation and aerospace engineering —fields still largely dominated by men. Having studied and worked in China, the U.S., the U.K., and now Spain, she has navigated the varied cultural and structural barriers that women in aviation face worldwide. Continue reading “Breaking Gender Barriers in Aviation: The Experience of Xiaoqing Deng”
Highlights from the Aircraft Operations Lab UC3M in 2024
The Aircraft Operations Lab at UC3M Aerospace Engineering department celebrated a year of achievements, growth, and impactful contributions to aerospace innovation and education. Simulator Setup and High-Profile Visits The year began with the successful setup of our Boeing 737 simulator, enhancing hands-on training for students in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs. This milestone was markedContinue reading “Highlights from the Aircraft Operations Lab UC3M in 2024”
Manuel Soler Calls for Collaboration to Bridge Geoscientific Research and Aviation Innovation
How much will it cost for aviation to contribute to limit warming to 1.5°C? Learn how Professor Manuel Soler, Coordinator of the Aircraft Operations Lab at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, is driving aviation innovation for this global climate goal through the EU’s RefMap Project. In this interview, Prof. Soler explains how RefMap is integratingContinue reading “Manuel Soler Calls for Collaboration to Bridge Geoscientific Research and Aviation Innovation”