Hindustan Aeromodelling Competition (HAC)
by Hindustan Group of Institutions (HGI)
₹20,000 Cash Prize
A national-level aeromodelling competition by Hindustan Group of Institutions for school students to design, build, and fly model aircraft.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Registration fee applies
Participation format
Team
Teams of 1 to 4
Duration
1 Day
Eligibility
Open to students across India from grades 6 to 12. Participants must form a team of up to 4 members. The competition has two categories: Junior (Grades 6-8) and Senior (Grades 9-12).
- Grade level
- Grade 6 to 12
- Age range
- 11 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- There are no specific minimum academic percentage requirements to participate. The competition focuses on innovation, skill, and passion for aeromodelling.
- Prerequisites
- Interest in aerospace, physics, and engineering
- Ability to work in a team
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Award
₹20,000
Win cash prizes from a pool worth 1st Prize - Rs.20,000 2nd Prize - Rs.15,000 & 3rd Prize - Rs.10,000.
Prizes
Trophy
Top performing teams are awarded with trophies to recognize their achievement.
Certificate
Certificate of Participation
All participants receive a certificate acknowledging their participation in this national-level event.
Recognition
National-level recognition
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Register online through the official Hindustan University website.
- 2Pay the registration fee per team to confirm participation.
- 3Teams must bring their self-made gliders or RC aircraft as per the category specifications.
Rules and guidelines
- A team can consist of a maximum of 4 members.
- Each team's model will be subject to a technical inspection by the jury before the flight.
- Models must be built by the participants themselves.
- Sharing of models between teams is not allowed and will lead to disqualification.
- The decision of the jury members is final in all aspects of the competition.
Technology requirements
- Basic tools for model fabrication
- Radio Control (RC) equipment for senior category participants
Fees and financial support
Fee details
The official Hindustan Aeromodelling Competition (HAC) website does not specify any registration fees for participants.
Refund policy
The registration fee is typically non-refundable. Please refer to the official event guidelines for specific details.
About this opportunity
The Hindustan Aeromodelling Competition (HAC) is a premier national event by the Hindustan Group of Institutions, designed to ignite a passion for aviation and engineering among young minds. It provides a platform for students to showcase their talent, technical skills, and innovative spirit in aeromodelling.
Participation is open to school students in teams, challenging them to design, build, and fly their own model aircraft. The competition encourages hands-on learning and the practical application of aerodynamics, design, and fabrication, serving as a stepping stone for future careers in aerospace.
Rounds and format
The competition is divided into categories based on grade levels. The Junior Category (Classes 6-8) focuses on Chuck Glider Competition, while the Senior Category (Classes 9-12) involves Radio Control (RC) Aircraft challenges. Each category has specific design and flight performance tasks.
How entries are judged
Models are evaluated based on a technical inspection, design innovation, and flight performance. For the junior 'Chuck Glider' category, the key criterion is the distance covered. For senior categories, scoring involves a technical design report and flight tasks, including maneuverability and payload dropping.
Selection process
Teams are selected and ranked based on the cumulative scores from the technical evaluation and flight performance rounds. The decisions of the jury members are final.
How to prepare
- Online tutorials on aerodynamics and aircraft design
- Guides on building model aircraft with materials like balsa wood and foam
- Forums and communities for aeromodelling enthusiasts
- Previous years' competition videos and designs
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The competition is structured into categories, including a Junior Category for school students (Chuck Glider Competition) and senior/open categories for college students and enthusiasts. The curriculum for the school-level category focuses on the fundamental principles of flight, glider design, and fabrication. Participants are required to design and build their own models (ready-made models are not allowed) and are judged on criteria such as flight duration and stability. The competition covers practical application of concepts like Center of Gravity (CG), aerodynamics, and material science for building lightweight and stable gliders.
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