18th Worldwide: MIST DBF Team Achieves Historic Success in AIAA Design/Build/Fly 2026 Proposal Round
Proposal round
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Design, Build, Fly (DBF)
About the competition
Every year, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) hosts the Design, Build, Fly (DBF) competition, where students apply their theoretical knowledge of aircraft design to real-world challenges. Participants design, build, and fly their own aircraft, gaining hands-on experience in the full development cycle. The competition is open to all undergraduate and graduate students across all levels of study.
Who We Are?
Our Story
At the Aeronautical Engineering Department of the Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST), our undergraduate team takes on the exciting challenge of designing and building aircraft for the AIAA Design, Build, and Fly (DBF) competition every year. Through this hands-on experience, our members develop a wide range of advanced skills, including conceptual aircraft design, multidisciplinary optimization, aerodynamic and structural analysis, propulsion systems, composite layups, CAD modeling, UAV production, and remote-control flight. DBF is more than just a competition—it’s an opportunity for students to explore their passion for aeronautics, push the boundaries of innovation, and strengthen their technical, teamwork, and communication abilities.
Our Achievements
Milestones That Define Us
Over the years, our teams have designed, built, and flown innovative aircraft, achieving top rankings and gaining real-world experience in urban air mobility and aerospace design.
2025
Secured 1st place in South Asia (Mission Score Category) at the AIAA Design, Build, and Fly (DBF) 2025 competition, placing 2nd in South Asia, 4th in Asia, and 39th worldwide in overall scoring.
2024
Achieved 2nd place in South Asia, 4th in Asia, and 71st globally in the total score category of the AIAA Design, Build, and Fly (DBF) 2024 competition.
Sponsor Us!
Invest in Future Innovators
Partner with us to support student innovation, gain brand visibility, and contribute to the next generation of aircraft designers and engineers.
Bronze Sponsor
Exclusive Rights & Branding Options
15% Contribution
- Exclusive mention as a Bronze Sponsor on select materials and social media posts.
- Logo inclusion on the aircraft in a supporting position, with secondary branding rights.
Silver Sponsor
Exclusive Rights & Branding Option
30% Contribution
- Exclusive recognition as a Silver Sponsor during event-related promotions.
- Secondary branding rights for aircraft logo placement, ensuring visibility without competing with higher sponsors
Gold Sponsor
Exclusive Rights & Branding Option
40% Contribution
- Exclusive branding of your company’s logo in specific event materials and social media.
- Secondary rights to logo placement on the aircraft, ensuring clear visibility during the event.
- Priority recognition in media coverage following the Title Sponsor.
Title Sponsor
Exclusive Rights & Branding Options
70% Contribution
- Exclusive rights to be recognized as the Title Sponsor of Team
- 100% branding rights on all team materials, including uniforms, aircraft, banners, and more.
- Exclusive placement of your logo on the aircraft and other high-visibility locations during the competition.
- Highest priority in all media mentions, ensuring top-tier exposure.
Contact us
Get In Touch!
Reach out to our team for more information, partnership opportunities, or media inquiries.
Our Team
Creative Minds
A diverse team of creative minds collaborating to turn ideas into real-world aerospace solutions and inspiring innovation.
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