
May 2024 winner:
Tara Coelho, Avionics Simulation Engineer, Collins Aerospace, Binghamton, New York
How long have you been in the aerospace business? For just about 2 months. I’m a recent graduate of Binghamton University.
How did you become interested in aircraft? My fascination with aircraft began in childhood, driven by a deep curiosity about flight. This passion guided my academic and professional journey into the aerospace field.
What is your favorite aircraft and why? The Millenium Falcon. One of the fastest ships in the galaxy and it can fly at speeds faster than light. Also flown by some pretty cool pilots!
Runners-up:
Ivan Gomez, Electronics Engineer, Robins AFB, Warner Robins, Georgia
Richard H. Pouliot, Engineer, ASI Coax Depot, Saline, Michigan
Submission procedure
To enter the contest, visit https://www.AerospaceManufacturingAndDesign.com/Form/NameThatPlanes and fill out the provided entry form. Only completed forms will qualify. A full set of rules is provided.
The entry deadline for this issue’s contest is August 9, 2024. Winners will be announced in the September 2024 issue.
Have fun, and good luck!
Look what Tara won!

Enter today to win your own high-quality desktop aircraft replica!
https://www.AerospaceManufacturingAndDesign.com/Form/NameThatPlane/
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