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Jul 15, 2026
Mina Cezairli is a 2026 20 Twenties winner and holds an M.S. in Aeronautics & Astronautics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Class of 2025. Her pioneering work focuses on advancing aviation sustainability through operational innovation.
Jul 07, 2026
David Dezell Turner turned a 20 Twenties win into HoloAstro, a patent-pending AR platform he calls “Google Maps for space missions.”
Jun 29, 2026
Natalie Brattain is a 2026 20 Twenties winner and an undergraduate student in Aerospace Physiology at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Her pioneering work focuses on protecting astronaut vision during long-duration spaceflight.
Jun 25, 2026
2026 20 Twenties winner Emanuele Bossi, a first-generation college student from Italy studying Data Science and Software Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, plans to pursue a doctorate in resilient aerospace systems.
Jun 17, 2026
As a recipient of Aviation Week's 20 Twenties award, Daniella Bezuidenhout is making significant contributions to the future of urban air mobility through her research on aircraft noise prediction.
Jun 10, 2026
Tanner Chase, a 2026 20 Twenties winner from Utah State University, shares his journey in UAV innovation and advice for aspiring aviation professionals.
May 20, 2026
The story of Cole and Micheal McDaniel, a father and son who just graduated from the same school with FAA airframe and powerplant licenses.
May 20, 2026
Joe Steiper, lead project manager for airframe maintenance at Delta, shares his career path and what inspired his sons to follow suit.