Section 2: Objectives of the Institute.

The objectives of the Institute are to:
a create a technological research and development institute of a world class standard in all facets of engineering and technological endeavors including but not limited to aerospace and aeronautical engineering, mechanical, electrical, automobile and automotive engineering, marine engineering;
b expose each of its students to a broad and balanced curriculum;
c meet a higher level. maintenance capability locally for aviation aerospace and allied specialties of the Nigerian Air Force, other Services of the Nigerian Armed Forces, Government, Agencies and related organisations, Nigerians and other African countries and people of other nationalities;
d expand the horizon for indigenous research and development efforts, through the provision of conducive atmosphere and infrastructure that will promote cooperation and collaboration with similar institutions within and outside Nigeria;
e prepare Nigerian Air Force personnel, those of the other sister Services of the Nigerian Armed Forces, Nigerians and military personnel from other African countries for brighter post-service employment as a means of enhancing their integration to civil society and broadening the technical manpower of the aviation industry; and
f attract international researchers and stakeholders in the aerospace, aeronautics, aviation and allied industries.