Aeronautical Society of India
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Aeronautical Society of India (AeSI) is the principal Society in India
serving the professions in areas of aeronautics
, aerospace
and aviation
. Its stated primary purpose is to "advance the sciences, engineering, technology and management of aerospace, aeronautics and aviation and to foster and promote the professionalism of those engaged in these pursuits".
The Society has its strength of more than 5000 members drawn from all major aeronautical establishments such as Defence Research & Development Establishments, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, DGCA, Academic Institutions, Aeronautical Development Agency, Indian Air Force, Indian Space Research Organization, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, National Airports Authority of India, Air India, Indian Airlines, Jet Airways, Pawn Hans and private airlines. Most of the organizations / industries in this field in this country and abroad are Corporate Members of the Society.
The Aeronautical Society of India is the only forum in the country that provides intense interaction between professionals from all facets of civil and military aviation as well as the manufacturing/training/maintenance agencies. Over the years, the Aeronautical Society of India has generated large pool of aviation manpower through non-formal education and training programmes.
The Society also conducts examinations in aeronautical engineering twice a year. A pass in this examination has been recognized by the Central Government in the Ministry of education as being equivalent to a degree in Aeronautical Engineering from an Indian University. Approximately 50 candidates graduate every year. The Society is thus rendering a yeoman’s service by giving an opportunity to the young to acquire a degree in Aeronautical Engineering without straining the educational system and providing flexibility to students to undertake this on a part time basis. It also provides a centralized library facility to its members and students.
The Society publishes a quarterly journal containing Research and Technical papers on various facets of aeronautical sciences and a Quarterly Newsletter. The journal is of a very high standard and is rated world class.
The Society conducts and Annual Essay competition to recognize and encourage talent among young students, engineers and scientist, and awards prizes to winners.
The Society also confers a number of prestigious awards for outstanding contributions in fundamental / applied research in the field of aeronautics and space, every year.
Jawaharlal Nehru
President
N.C. Ghosh
Vice Presidents
V.M. Ghatage
H.M. Wadia
Hon. Secretary
P. Nilakantan
Hon. Treasurer
S.C. Sen
Members
B.C Carter Capt.
L.M Manilal
GP. Capt.
Harjinder Singh
D. Narayanamurti
R.N. Kathju
K.K. Ray
R.R. Krishna Rao
M.B Sarwate
Former president
Mr V Thulasidas (Chairman & Managing Director of Air India
)
Dr Manmohan Singh
(Prime Minister of India
)
This Degree is recognized by :-
- Government of India
- The Engineering Council, London UK.
The holder of this degree is also Eligible to appear for GATE
, to pursue for post graduate studies in India.
A person has to clear section A and B each consisting of about 20(new syllabus) exams.
Its motive is to promote the advancement and dissemination of knowledge of Aeronautical and Aerospace Sciences / Technologies, and to strive for the elevation of Aeronautical and Aerospace profession.
Over the years, the Society has grown into a major professional body in the field of aeronautics, aviation & aerospace. The Society has 16 branches at all the important centers of aviation in the counter viz. Agra, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Chennai, Goa, Hyderabad, Kanpur, Kochi, Mumbai, Nasik, Nagpur, Pune, New Delhi, Sunabeda & Trivuvananthapuram. Society also has Journal Division and CFD Division at Bangalore.
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
serving the professions in areas of aeronautics
Aeronautics
Aeronautics is the science involved with the study, design, and manufacturing of airflight-capable machines, or the techniques of operating aircraft and rocketry within the atmosphere...
, aerospace
Aerospace
Aerospace comprises the atmosphere of Earth and surrounding space. Typically the term is used to refer to the industry that researches, designs, manufactures, operates, and maintains vehicles moving through air and space...
and aviation
Aviation
Aviation is the design, development, production, operation, and use of aircraft, especially heavier-than-air aircraft. Aviation is derived from avis, the Latin word for bird.-History:...
. Its stated primary purpose is to "advance the sciences, engineering, technology and management of aerospace, aeronautics and aviation and to foster and promote the professionalism of those engaged in these pursuits".
History
The Aeronautical Society of India a professional body, devoted to advancement of aeronautical sciences and engineering in India, was founded in the year 1948. Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the great visionary of India was the first Patron-in-Chief of the Society. Currently Honorary Prime Minister Shri Dr.Manmohan Singh is the Patron-in-Chief of the Society.The Society has its strength of more than 5000 members drawn from all major aeronautical establishments such as Defence Research & Development Establishments, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, DGCA, Academic Institutions, Aeronautical Development Agency, Indian Air Force, Indian Space Research Organization, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, National Airports Authority of India, Air India, Indian Airlines, Jet Airways, Pawn Hans and private airlines. Most of the organizations / industries in this field in this country and abroad are Corporate Members of the Society.
Objectives
The objectives of the Society are to promote the advancement and diffusion of the knowledge of aeronautical sciences and aircraft engineering and the elevation of the aeronautical profession.The Aeronautical Society of India is the only forum in the country that provides intense interaction between professionals from all facets of civil and military aviation as well as the manufacturing/training/maintenance agencies. Over the years, the Aeronautical Society of India has generated large pool of aviation manpower through non-formal education and training programmes.
Organisation
The Society is managed by a Council consisting of a President, President-Elect, Seven Vice Presidents, the Honorary Secretary General, Honorary Treasurer and fifteen Members, twelve of whom are elected and the other three nominated to represent special interests.Activities
The Society’s activities include fraternization amongst professionals, promotion of aeronautical activities and policy and increased awareness of indigenous / international information/events through lectures, workshops and seminars on subject of topical interest.The Society also conducts examinations in aeronautical engineering twice a year. A pass in this examination has been recognized by the Central Government in the Ministry of education as being equivalent to a degree in Aeronautical Engineering from an Indian University. Approximately 50 candidates graduate every year. The Society is thus rendering a yeoman’s service by giving an opportunity to the young to acquire a degree in Aeronautical Engineering without straining the educational system and providing flexibility to students to undertake this on a part time basis. It also provides a centralized library facility to its members and students.
The Society publishes a quarterly journal containing Research and Technical papers on various facets of aeronautical sciences and a Quarterly Newsletter. The journal is of a very high standard and is rated world class.
The Society conducts and Annual Essay competition to recognize and encourage talent among young students, engineers and scientist, and awards prizes to winners.
The Society also confers a number of prestigious awards for outstanding contributions in fundamental / applied research in the field of aeronautics and space, every year.
FIRST COUNCIL OF THE AERONAUTICAL SOCIETY OF INDIA (Year 1948)
Patron-in ChiefJawaharlal Nehru
President
N.C. Ghosh
Vice Presidents
V.M. Ghatage
H.M. Wadia
Hon. Secretary
P. Nilakantan
Hon. Treasurer
S.C. Sen
Members
B.C Carter Capt.
L.M Manilal
GP. Capt.
Harjinder Singh
D. Narayanamurti
R.N. Kathju
K.K. Ray
R.R. Krishna Rao
M.B Sarwate
President
Mr G M Rao (Group Chairman of GMR group)Former president
Mr V Thulasidas (Chairman & Managing Director of Air India
Air India
Air India is the flag carrier airline of India. It is part of the government of India owned Air India Limited . The airline operates a fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft serving Asia, Australia, Europe and North America. Its corporate office is located at the Air India Building at Nariman...
)
Patrons
- Patron-in-chief:
Dr Manmohan Singh
Manmohan Singh
Manmohan Singh is the 13th and current Prime Minister of India. He is the only Prime Minister since Jawaharlal Nehru to return to power after completing a full five-year term. A Sikh, he is the first non-Hindu to occupy the office. Singh is also the 7th Prime Minister belonging to the Indian...
(Prime Minister of India
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
)
- Executive Patrons
- A. K. AntonyA. K. AntonyArackaparambil Kurien Antony is an Indian National Congress politician, a former Chief Minister of Kerala, and the current Defence Minister of India....
(defence Minister of India) - Prafull Patel (Minister of State for Civil Aviation (Independent Charge))
- A. K. Antony
Membership Examination
The Society conducts Associate Membership Examination twice a year. A pass in Section-A and Section- B of this examination has been recognized by the Ministry of Education, at par with a Bachelor’s Degree in Aeronautical Engineering from an India University. The degree is called Chartered Engineering or Professional Engineering.This Degree is recognized by :-
- Government of India
- The Engineering Council, London UK.
The holder of this degree is also Eligible to appear for GATE
Gate
A gate is a point of entry to a space enclosed by walls, or a moderately sized opening in a fence. Gates may prevent or control entry or exit, or they may be merely decorative. Other terms for gate include yett and port...
, to pursue for post graduate studies in India.
A person has to clear section A and B each consisting of about 20(new syllabus) exams.
Its motive is to promote the advancement and dissemination of knowledge of Aeronautical and Aerospace Sciences / Technologies, and to strive for the elevation of Aeronautical and Aerospace profession.
Over the years, the Society has grown into a major professional body in the field of aeronautics, aviation & aerospace. The Society has 16 branches at all the important centers of aviation in the counter viz. Agra, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Chennai, Goa, Hyderabad, Kanpur, Kochi, Mumbai, Nasik, Nagpur, Pune, New Delhi, Sunabeda & Trivuvananthapuram. Society also has Journal Division and CFD Division at Bangalore.