Soaring to New Heights
CSUN Aeronautics pioneers autonomous wildfire fighting systems using cutting-edge AI and drone technology to protect lives and forests.
Our Mission
Pioneering autonomous wildfire response technology through innovation, artificial intelligence, and cutting-edge aerospace engineering
Mission
Rapid deployment of AI-powered autonomous systems to detect and suppress wildfires at their earliest stages, protecting lives and property across California.
Innovation
Student-led design and development of three-vehicle firefighting systems combining cargo aircraft, AI navigation drones, and autonomous ground transport vehicles.
Response
Seconds-based response time with on-demand drone deployment to remote locations, ensuring firefighters can focus on large-scale operations while autonomous systems handle early intervention.
Hands-On Innovation
Pioneering autonomous systems through student-led engineering projects
Project Highlights
Innovative autonomous systems designed and built by CSUN Aeronautics students
Autonomous Fire Response Drone
AI-powered aircraft for rapid wildfire detection and suppression
Ground Transport Vehicle System
Autonomous ground vehicle delivering water directly to fire zones
SAE Aero Design Competition Entry
Second place finish in Mission Performance category
Primary Cargo Aircraft
Multi-stage deployment system for firefighting operations
AI Navigation System
Obstacle detection and avoidance in remote forest environments
Integrated Firefighting Platform
Complete air and ground vehicle coordination system
Early Fire Detection
Our AI-powered sensor technology detects wildfires at their earliest stages, providing rapid response before fires spread.
Join the Innovation
Be part of cutting-edge aerospace engineering and AI-driven wildfire solutions at CSUN Aeronautics. Shape the future of autonomous flight.