Aerophilia 2026 air show draws 3,000 students at Sahyadri Engineering College

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, Nov 14, 2026: Aerophilia 2026, an air show featuring student-built aircraft models, attracted around 3,000 students at Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management on November 13.

The event was organised as part of the second day celebrations of Synergia 2026, the college’s annual techno-cultural fest.

The air show featured a range of aircraft models designed and built by students, showcasing their creativity, technical expertise and scientific knowledge. The aircraft took to the skies, performing impressive flights and manoeuvres that captivated the audience and generated considerable enthusiasm.

Daniel D’Souza, founder of TIF Labs, inaugurated the programme and appreciated the students’ efforts, extending his best wishes for the event’s success.

The event aimed to promote scientific thinking, innovation and creativity among students while encouraging greater awareness and interest in science, technology and emerging fields such as aerospace engineering.

Aerophilia 2026 also provided students with an opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge through practical experience and explore the possibilities of aviation technology. The air show emerged as one of the major attractions of Synergia 2026.