# Turkey aerospace and aviation education expansion > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkey-aerospace-and-aviation-education-expansion > Updated: 2026-08-25T06:05:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. Turkey is expanding its aerospace and aviation education through specialized academic programs and regional STEM initiatives. In Bursa, the Gökmen Space and Aviation Center (GUHEM) has transitioned from a museum into an academic institution. Through a protocol with the Ministry of National Education and TÜBİTAK, the GUHEM Aviation and Space Technologies Science High School has commenced its first academic term with an initial cohort of 48 students. The program includes a preparatory year and aims to provide qualified human resources for the nation’s defense and aerospace industries. Complementing these academic developments, regional programs such as the Aviation and Space Summer Course in Konya have been implemented. Organized by the Selçuklu Development and Technology Academy, these courses provide middle and high school students with practical training in aerodynamics, rocket design, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to foster interest in STEM fields. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-25: Turkey expands aerospace and aviation education initiatives Turkey is advancing aerospace education through Konya's Selçuklu Municipality summer courses and the expansion of Bursa's GUHEM center into a specialized academic institution. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-expands-aerospace-and-aviation-education-initiatives ### 2026-08-18: GUHEM launches space and aviation science high school in Bursa GUHEM in Bursa is launching a new science high school for aviation and space technologies, starting with 48 students and offering scholarships and international development programs. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/guhem-launches-space-and-aviation-science-high-school-in-bursa --- Cite as: Turkey aerospace and aviation education expansion. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/turkey-aerospace-and-aviation-education-expansion