Moscow Aviation Institute

Moscow Aviation Institute (Russian: Московский авиационный институт) is an engineering research university in Moscow, Russia. It is designated a National Research University. Since its inception the institute has been spearheading advances in aerospace technology both within Russia and worldwide. The university has placed emphasis on laboratory instruction in applied science and engineering, specific to the demands of aerospace industry. During World War II part of the university was evacuated to Almaty, Kazakhstan. Staffs and students continued to work on research and wartime production throughout the war. During the Post-War period, the university expanded and assimilated new technologies during the Jet age. Research conducted in the university contributed to heralding the space age.

Type

National research university

Founded

1930

Students

22,000

Also known as

National Research University, State University of Aerospace Technology