Location: Xian
Suitable time: 1 Day
Located in the historic city of Xi'an, Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) is a national Double First-Class University under the affiliation of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), characterized by the cultivation of talent and scientific research in the fields of aeronautics, astronautics, and marine technology engineering. NPU traces its origins to three prominent academic streams: the National Northwestern Institute of Engineering, the East China Institute of Aeronautics, and the Air Force Engineering Department of the Harbin Military Academy of Engineering. In 1960, it was designated as a national key university by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China. It was listed among the universities designated for national priority development by the State Council during the 7th and 8th Five-Year Plan periods. NPU was among the first universities to be admitted into the 211 Project in 1995 and the 985 Project in 2001. In 2017, it was selected into the Double First-Class Initiative (Category A). NPU is a member of Excellence 9 and a founding member of the Belt and Road Aerospace Innovation Alliance.
NPU has fully implemented the Party's education policies, adheres to NPU motto "Loyalty, Integrity, Courage, and Perseverance", and carries forward NPU spirit of being "Strong Preparation, Diligent Effort, Practical Attitude, and Creative Innovation". NPU remains firmly rooted in western China and dedicated to serving national defense, pursuing a development strategy centered on engineering, built on distinctive strengths in aeronautics, astronautics and marine engineering, empowered by information technology, and driven by interdisciplinary integration. It has cultivated outstanding talents for the Party and forged strategic capabilities for the country, making significant contributions to national development and achieving numerous "firsts" in the history of PRC. NPU has provided strong support for the development of weaponry and equipment, the autonomy and security of core and critical technologies in the national defense sector, and national economic development. NPU is the only university that has been twice awarded the "Major Contribution Award" jointly presented by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, the State Council, and the Central Military Commission. NPU has also received numerous honorary titles and commendations, including "National Civilized Unit", "National Civilized Campus", "National Model University for Graduates Employment", "National Model Collective for Ethnic Unity and Progress", "National Advanced Primary-level Party Organization in the 'Striving for Excellence' Campaign", and "National Demonstration University for Party Building".
Step1: Arrive at Northwestern Polytechnical University & Gather
Arrive at campus by coach. Participants assemble, receive safety instructions and start the three‑aviation themed study tour.
Step2: Guided Campus Sightseeing
Tour core campus landmarks including He Zun Square, University History Museum, ARJ21 No.0 test aircraft exhibit and Water‑Side Library. Learn about NPU's glorious history, the meaning of "China" bronze‑He Zun relic and the story behind the "NPU Phenomenon".
Step3: Campus Lunch
Enjoy authentic student meals at campus canteen to experience real university dining life.
Step4: Group Commemorative Photo‑shoot
Take large‑group photos on campus to record precious visiting memories.
Step5: Aeromodelling Flight Performance
Watch wonderful live aeromodelling flight demonstration. Listen to on‑site commentary to learn aerodynamic principles, aircraft wing types and power classification.
Step6: Sharing Session with Aeromodelling‑team Champions
Communicate face‑to‑face with award‑winning student team members. Listen to their growth stories, learning experience and scientific‑research insights for career inspiration.
Step7: Three‑Aviation Feature Video Screening
Watch NPU official promotional video and special research‑tour clips. Understand NPU's outstanding contributions to national defence and talent cultivation in aerospace‑marine fields.
Step8: Aeronautical Popular‑science Lecture
Attend featured aerospace lecture. Learn the history of Chinese aviation development, aircraft structures, lift‑drag ratio and core aerospace‑technology knowledge.
Step9: Aeromodelling Assembly & Flying Practice
Follow instructors to assemble aircraft models. Master model‑aircraft structure and flight principles. Complete debugging and outdoor flying test, then share personal tour insights.
Step10: Tour Summary & Departure
Wrap‑up all activities, gather teams and board the coach for return.
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