FLIGHT Project
WHY FLIGHT ?
The FUTURE LEARNING IN VOCATIONAL EDUCATION USING INNOVATIVE DRONE TECHNOLOGY (FLIGHT) Project was born out of the need to prepare vocational education for the challenges of Industry 4.0. As drones revolutionize industries like agriculture, construction, disaster response, and environmental monitoring, the gap in skills required to use this technology has become evident. Our mission is to bridge this gap by empowering VET teachers and students with the knowledge, tools, and resources to thrive in a digitally driven world. By integrating drone technology into education, the FLIGHT Project fosters innovation, supports sustainability, and ensures a resilient workforce for the future.
Objectives
Partners
DARICA İlçe Milli Eğitim Müdürlüğü (DIMEM) is a non-profit public body established in 2008, overseeing education in Kocaeli, a multicultural industrial hub with a population of 250,000. Managing 137 schools, DIMEM supports 2,545 teachers and 41,619 students across primary, secondary, vocational, and adult education institutions. Specializing in areas like IT, coding, electronics, and health, DIMEM also provides teacher training and project management to enhance educational quality, fostering innovation in a region shaped by technological advancements and its proximity to Istanbul.
– Project coordinator
Established in 1989, GASKİ serves 2.5 million citizens in Gaziantep, providing water supply, purification, distribution, and wastewater treatment. With 2,231 personnel, GASKİ manages 5 drinking water treatment plants, 5 wastewater treatment facilities, and the region’s largest accredited water laboratory. Serving over 721,000 subscribers, GASKİ is dedicated to delivering sustainable, high-quality water management while prioritizing environmental and human health.
– Disaster and water management expertise
Established in 1992, GEBZE TEKNIK UNIVERSITESI (GTU) is a top-ranked state university in Turkey’s Marmara Region, serving 9,105 students with 630 academic staff. Known for its cutting-edge R&D in areas like UAVs, nanotechnology, and biotechnology, GTU supports industrial innovation through collaborations with 18 Organized Industrial Zones and 35 R&D facilities. With a 245,000 m² green campus and ISO 9001:2015 certification, GTU is a hub for advanced research and education, driving technological progress and national competitiveness.
– Research and innovation lead
Training 2000 is a certified VET organization in Italy’s Marche Region, specializing in vocational and adult education with a focus on ICT, green skills, social integration, and innovative teaching methods. With 6 staff and over 30 expert collaborators, it delivers re-skilling programs and apprenticeships, addressing diverse community needs. Active in European projects since 1994, TRAINING 2000 fosters lifelong learning and sustainable development through partnerships with SMEs, universities, and public institutions.
– Leaders in digital and adult education
Stredná priemyselná škola stavebná Építőipari Szakközépiskola is a secondary vocational school specializing in civil engineering education, with 230 students. The school focuses on preparing students for careers in construction and civil engineering, while also offering high-quality education in graphic systems and foreign languages. Supported by a team of highly qualified teachers, the school actively collaborates with universities, construction companies, and cultural institutions, both locally and internationally, to ensure modern, relevant, and practical education.
– Specialists in construction education
Founded in 1945, DSU-RCSOO "Kiro Burnaz" is a leading vocational school in Kumanovo, Republic North Macedonia, serving 506 students aged 15-18. Specializing in agriculture, chemical technology, machinist professions, personal services, and traffic management, the school provides hands-on learning through modern facilities, including labs, workshops, stables, and 28 hectares of farmland. With 70 dedicated teachers and a strong focus on ICT, the school actively participates in international projects to enhance education and foster European collaboration.
– Experts in agricultural VET
Established in 2017, Sucessos Criativos Lda. specializes in consulting for Community Fund applications and supporting education and training initiatives. The company focuses on Circular Economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and Mobile App Development, offering training and workshops to drive innovation and sustainability. Through strategic partnerships and cutting-edge projects, Sucessos Criativos aims to revolutionize education and foster transformative digital solutions.
– Technology and educational innovation
