Aerospace Engineering: Next-Gen Flight
+400 Points
Get ready for take-off into the exciting world of future air travel! Did you know that the U.S. has the world’s busiest and most complex airspace system? In this Challenge, you’ll take flight as you explore how flying can be made safer, more efficient, and more predictable, whether that’s cleaner engines, quieter planes, or new ways to board and fly. Perhaps solar-powered aircraft, flying cars, electric air taxis, or a foldable seat system are in our future. As you navigate the Challenge, you’ll come up with a product, business, or marketing campaign idea that addresses the question:
How will we fly in 2050?
This Challenge runs Oct. 27 - Nov. 30, 2025.
Skills you'll develop
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Social Awareness
Mentor Moment: Ask Questions!
Did you know that there are professionals, who created the Challenge, standing by to help you? They will also be judging your final pitches, so be sure to take advantage throughout the Challenge and post your questions on your dashboard. They want you to win!
What are you curious about? Ask them any questions that came up for you during the Explore phase.
Three Approaches: Your Choice!
One important part of The KnoPro Challenges is choosing the type of solution you plan to create (in a group or solo) and ultimately pitch to the judges. Check out an example of each of your choices: a product idea, a new business concept, or a marketing campaign. You can also get inspiration from all the winning projects.
Flip the cards to help you decide which approach you may want to take. Later in the Challenge, you'll choose ONE approach.
Product Idea
Product Idea
Get creative and come up with a new product idea that addresses the problem. This might be an app, a game, or a consumer product, for example. The possibilities are endless! You’ll write a design brief to plan your product, and ultimately create a “prototype” to pitch to the judges.
Business Concept
Business Concept
Imagine a unique business idea that addresses the problem. This might be a for-profit or non-profit venture, an online platform, or an in-person experience/pop-up shop, for example. The possibilities are limitless! Write a business plan, and then create a fun way to share your business idea with the judges.
Marketing Campaign
Marketing Campaign
Design an exciting and catchy marketing campaign that addresses the problem and inspires people to act! The campaign might be a viral social media video, a series of emails, or a live event, for example. You’ll write up a marketing plan and then create some "assets" and pitch your idea to the judges.Narrow the Issue
Get ready to choose a focus, an audience, and a brainstorming question!
