MESSAGE FROM OUR President
The Aerial Robotics & Rocketry Club, founded in 2015 by Blago and Ilija Hristovski at UBC's Okanagan campus, has been a pioneer in creating aerospace opportunities for students. Initially, options for pursuing aerospace engineering were limited, but the club has transformed this landscape by providing a dynamic environment for students to explore their passions. Thanks to the club and its supporters, "aerospace" is now a prominent topic at UBC’s Okanagan campus.
Open to students from all faculties—including Engineering, Science, Computer Science, Creative and Critical Studies, and Management—the club meets weekly to focus on developing innovative unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), rockets, FPV-flying, fixed wing aircrafts. For the 2023/2024 season, we aim to advance our divisions and excel in upcoming competitions.
The club also hosts a variety of events including industry nights, learning workshops, and social events. There is always a need for student volunteers with a passion for aerospace and a strong work ethic at Aerial Robotics and Rocketry Club. Whether you want to design and build aircraft, plan and coordinate events, or learn more about the aerospace industry, please feel free to come to the club meetings. You can check our website for upcoming events or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!
We look forward to having you onboard!
~ Gurkirat Singh Dhamija, Club President
Meet The 2024 Executive Team
Our team features a group of dedicated students from a variety of disciplines at UBC’s Okanagan campus, all of which who share a passion for Aerospace! These disciplines include Engineering, Sciences, Computer Science, Management, and more. Our passion for Aerospace brings us together, motivating us to work hard and achieve the goals set out in all of our sub-divisions.
New members are always welcome and we encourage all to ask questions.
Come get in touch!
Club President
Gurkirat Singh Dhamija
VP Finance
Divyesh Gurnani
VP Rocketry
Benjamin van Hattem
VP Operations
Sarthak Bodhale
Director of Software
Felix Perron
Director of Rocketry
Owen Plumb
VP Fixed Wing
Sam Wang
Director of Corporate Relations
Mahatav (Manu) Arora
Director of Sponsorships
Sukman Sar
Director of Social Media
Comming Soon
Electrical Lead
Logan Boone
Document Control
Julian Joaquin
Divisions
Competition Divisions
Our Competition Division consists of two subdivisions.
Each is a team of dedicated members, vying for their next challenge. With upcoming events, our teams are regularly working on upgrades to our vehicle fleet.
Our plans for the upcoming year include developing new payloads, general upgrades and continually preparing to compete in future competitions!
Message us for details!
Competition Director: Gurkirat Singh Dhamija
aerialroboticsrocketry@gmail.com
Rocketry
Rocketry has quickly become a new and engaging division within the UBCO Aerospace Club. We are currently working on a propulsion system for sounding rockets, with the purpose of atmospheric science research.
The Rocketry Division is highly encouraged for first years and is always welcoming new members.
Previous projects include the 'SLR', landing an ~8ft rocket under its own propulsion which required a number of members each with diverse backgrounds, no matter the experience.
We look forward to advertising our upcoming projects and encourage engagement of all backgrounds.
We also love to test our regular 7ft Rocket for practice, and for new members to get involved right away! Come work with us, and explore your passion for Rocketry.
Message us for information.
Director of Rocketry: Benjamin Van Hattem
aerialroboticsrocketry@gmail.com
Fixed-WinG UAVs
Our fixed wing members are amongst some of our most dedicated. With the 2023/2024 season starting soon, we are looking at dividing up into 3 fixed wing project groups.
"FunSide", the Projects Ongoing group, & Adjacent.
Please message us with any questions!
Director of fixed wing UAVs: Divyesh Gurnani
aerialroboticsrocketry@gmail.com
Rotary UAV Divisions
Our rotary division is our longest ongoing division. With previous projects such as the, S500, Jellyfish and Oreo - there is really a spot for everyone to try something new.
General goals for the Rotary Division include long range testing, surveying, as well as working with our sponsors for an array of different goals. This includes be able to operate in all weather conditions.
Current projects ongoing: Racing FPV helicopters on a 5" or 7" frame
Rotary UAV Director: Devon Hawley
aerialroboticsrocketry@gmail.com
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