AgAir challenges student teams to conceptualize novel aviation systems for agriculture that can improve efficiency, environmental impact, and climate resilience by 2035. Finalists present their concepts at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center.
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NASA’s Gateways to Blue Skies Competition: AgAir
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 100
- Cost: Free
- Estimated Time Commitment: Major
- Participant Format: Small Team
- Event Format: Online Asynchronous
- Competition Format: Design, Simulation/Challenge
- Reach: National
- Event Size: Very Small
Participation Information
Teams of 2-6 students submit a 5-7-page proposal and a 2-minute video outlining their aviation system concepts for agriculture. Finalists receive an $8,000 stipend and travel support to attend the competition forum.
Open to college students in the U.S.
$6,000 for 1st place, $4,000 for 2nd; certificates and recognition
Teams of 2-6 students submit a 5-7-page proposal and a 2-minute video outlining their aviation system concepts for agriculture. Finalists receive an $8,000 stipend and travel support to attend the competition forum.
1. Submit a 5-7 page proposal and a 2-minute video. 2. Finalists are selected to present at the Gateways to Blue Skies Forum in May 2025. 3. Winners receive NASA internships.
Research tools, aviation systems knowledge, collaboration tools
Based on creativity, feasibility, and potential impact of aviation systems for improving agriculture.
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