Allison Boyd

Allison Boyd

2025
Purdue University

Originally from Washington, Indiana, Allison is a first-generation college student majoring in Aeronautical Engineering Technology and pursuing Airframe and Powerplant certifications. Once certified, she can conduct, inspect, and supervise air vehicle inspection and maintenance activities, giving her a unique perspective on aircraft maintenance procedures and publications. On campus, Allison is devoted to serving her local aviation community. She is the President of the Aviation Technology Student Council, Vice President of Communications for Purdue Aviation Day, President of ATEaM, and an Ambassador for the School of Aviation and Transportation Technology. Her senior capstone research focuses on the implementation of predictive maintenance and digital twin technology in FAA Part 147 aircraft maintenance programs. Her long-term goals are to address aerospace workforce development, sustainment initiatives, and tackle aviation safety challenges at national and international levels. As a Marshall Scholar, she proposes to study for an MSc in Transport at Imperial College London, and an MSc in Civil Engineering at University of Manchester.