We have successfully completed the execution phase and are currently in the close out phase, where we are preparing the documentation and handover. This semester, the avionics team set about installing the existing devices and control panels in the plane. This task was successfully implemented by preparing and cutting out the two instrument panels for […]
On 04.05.2024, university reutlingen opened its doors for an exciting glimpse into the world of aviation. With bright sunshine and an atmosphere filled with curiosity, students proudly presented the IP Plane. Visitors had the opportunity to witness firsthand as students showcased their expertise for aviation. From the planning phase to the execution phase, interested visitors […]
The IP-Plane Project Reaches New Heights in Summer 2023 Ladies and gentlemen, we have arrived at our destination! The IP-Plane project stands as a shining example of determination and teamwork. The students of the International Project Engineering study program have been hard at work, striving to complete their ambitious goal of building a Pitts Model […]
On May 24th, we received a visit from the examiner, Mr. Poeschel. Since our Pitts model is intended to take flight upon completion of the project, quality and safety are of the utmost importance. Therefore, we have regular inspections in which the Federal Aviation Office is updated (LBA) on the current status of the aircraft […]
The open day was a remarkable event held at the university to provide interested individuals with comprehensive information about the university’s study programs and projects. On May 13, 2023, as an integral part of the International Project Engineering degree program, the IP-Plane project proudly showcased its progress by opening the hangar doors wide to visitors. […]
As part of the „Integrative Project“ course, the International Project Engineering program provides students with the opportunity to participate in the IP Plane project during their 6th semester. Over the course of the semester, a team of 22 students from six departments, including the Project Office, Marketing Team, and four construction teams, continues working on […]
The new semester has been working for about a month now. In the beginning, in the handover, we had the opportunity to get a first impression of the upcoming work. Over two days, the old project team introduced us to their working lives and gave us helpful tips. After two weeks of the planning phase, […]
On 29/6/2022, the IP Plane team of the summer semester 2022 had their third milestone. At the M3 an overall review of the project was given. The Project Office, Marketing Team, and all three Construction Teams presented the total project progress and goals achieved to the project sponsors Jochen Brune and Markus Wachter. FuselageThe Fuselage […]
For the first time in the IP Plane project a team organised an event on an airfield. Each team member had the opportunity to enjoy a ten-minute flight at the Rossfeld airfield and gain their first flying experience. Each team member could fly one of the three airplane models: Scheibe SF-25c Ikarus C42c Zlin Savage […]
This Wednesday the team reached their second milestone (M2) and additionally in the morning two reporters came to visit the team. In the M2 presentation each team gave an update on their current status. The sponsors were therefore informed how the project is doing after the completion of the execution & controlling phase. The Project […]
