The team, Doofenshmirtz Evil Inc, had a range of experience and skills between us. Personally, my time keeping and organisation meant that we built our soapbox within the 3 day time constraint. There were many instances where our plans had to change so we had to be highly adaptable. This skill will be useful within my final year of study and as I move onto a graduate role.

The workshop sessions from first-year became very useful in the construction of the soapbox as I was familiar with the machinery to cut wood and metal. The aerodynamic principles are also just as relevant on land vehicles as aircraft so I enjoyed trying to work out how to make a platypus aerodynamic!

I would highly recommend to any student interested in the race to take part. It is a unique, fun experience with thousands of people cheering you on.