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National Flying Laboratory Centre

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The National Flying Laboratory Centre (NFLC) at Cranfield University is a world-class facility that provides experiential learning for aerospace engineering students from over 20 UK universities. As a specialized center, the NFLC operates aircraft, including a "flying classroom," to support teaching, research, and consultancy, offering a viable alternative to simulations and wind tunnels. They also conduct innovative research into flight safety and technologies for integrating unmanned aerial vehicles. The NFLC works with industry partners to test new parts and equipment, contributing to aerospace education and research.

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Cranfield, England, United Kingdom
www.cranfield.ac.uk/centres/national-flying-laboratory-centre
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