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VILNIUS TECH Dominykas Stonkus, a third-year student in the Aircraft Pilot Training program at the Antanas Gustaičio Aviation Institute (AGAI), entered the aviation field not because of a childhood dream, but after making a spontaneous decision. Today, the young man is already logging his first flight hours and preparing for the next steps in his career as a pilot, and his story shows that the path to the skies can begin quite unexpectedly. In his junior and senior years of high school, not yet knowing which path to choose, Dominykas initially considered flight operations. However, one summer evening changed his mind. „I thought—maybe flying would be even more interesting. I told my mom, and she, though a little worried, encouraged me to give it a try,“ he says. After successfully passing the entrance exams, the young man was admitted to the pilot training program. According to him, the fact that the program is free of charge also solidified his decision. Preparing for his first „solo“ flights According to the student, daily life depends on the season. During the academic year, the focus is mainly on theory, while practical flights take place in the summer. „Since I’m a junior, we’ve had one training season so far, but this year an even more intense period awaits—both flights and exam preparation,“ says Dominykas. During the internship, students not only learn to fly the aircraft but also prepare for the flight: they check the plane, plan the route, and perform all necessary procedures. One of the most important stages is the first solo flight, when the young pilot takes to the skies alone. Although it is often believed that pilot training is all about math and physics, but Dominykas debunks this myth. „These subjects are important, but a good memory and the ability to understand many different systems are just as essential. It all comes down to motivation and hard work,“ he says. The student himself admits that he enjoyed the math modules the most, followed by navigation and aircraft systems, even though these subjects required a lot of effort. In addition to his studies, Dominykas is actively pursuing success in a completely different field—professional tennis. Recently, playing doubles with Lithuanian tennis player Edu Butvilas, he won an international tournament in Spain and entered the ATP doubles rankings, the global classification of professional tennis players. The young man’s experience shows that even intensive studies at AGAI can be combined with high-level sports. Dominykas plans to finish his studies soon and obtain his mandatory pilot licenses. Although he speaks cautiously about the distant future, one thing is clear — the path he has chosen opens up many opportunities both in piloting and in the broader field of aviation.

The Fire Protection and Rescue Department (FPRD) informs that on April 30 (Thursday), a check of the population information and warning system will be carried out in Lithuania. Sirens will be turned on throughout the country at 11:52 a.m., they will sound for 3 minutes – until 11:55 a.m. At the same time, warning messages will be sent to residents on their mobile phones and in the LT72 mobile application. It is emphasized that this is a scheduled check – the siren signal does not mean a real threat. What is important for residents to know When sirens are heard or a warning message is received, residents should turn on Lithuanian radio or television and familiarize themselves with the information being announced – this is what should be done in a real situation. Warning messages are sent to all users on mobile phones, but only those devices with the warning function activated will receive them. Residents are recommended to check their phone settings in advance and enable the reception of warning messages. Instructions are published on the website lt72.lt and in the mobile application LT72. After the inspection, residents are invited to share their experience - if you did not receive a notification, it is important to note this in the questionnaire on the website lt72.lt. Residents' feedback allows us to accurately identify problem areas and promptly resolve them.

Startup World Cup is coming back - your golden ticket to global recognition 🏆 What’s waiting for you: 🎤 Compete for a $1M investment: Win the regional final and this autumn fly to Silicon Valley 🇺🇸 to compete for a $1M investment. 🤝 Expand your global network: Build meaningful connections with investors and industry experts worldwide. 🌍 Global exposure & connections: Get in front of international investors, mentors, and potential partners This is not just a competition, but an opportunity to accelerate your startup’s global journey. If you’re developing a solution with real market potential, we invite you to take the stage. Your next steps: It starts with an application - submit yours here: bit.ly/4crfp6t  Share your unique value proposition. Top 10 startups will be selected to pitch live on May 28 at LOGIN Conference in Vilnius Winning startup heads to San Francisco, USA, to the world’s largest startup competition, organized by Pegasus Tech Ventures ⚠️ Important: the winning startup covers its own travel and participation costs for the US finals. 📅 Application deadline: April 20 This amazing opportunity is brought to startups by Sunrise Tech Park in partnership with LOGIN and Inovacijų agentūra   

The latest issue of the magazine "Sapere Aude" is now available across VILNIUS TECH, inviting community members to explore one of the university's most important values: openness. The first issue of the magazine this year is dedicated to a theme that is gaining increasing significance in today's world, both within the academic community and society at large. Within the magazine's pages, openness is presented as an attitude reflected in the university's daily activities, founded on collaboration, dialogue, and the ability to embrace diverse opinions. The new issue features a variety of stories from members of the university community – from the achievements of researchers to the experiences of alumni. Readers are invited to discover the inspiring journeys of academics and students, the development of innovations, international initiatives, and creative projects. The publication also highlights the university's connection with society, technological advancements, and contemporary challenges. Attention is also given to the university's new admissions campaign, "Games and Inventions," which invites prospective students to view their studies as a creative and experimental process. It emphasizes that curiosity, experimentation, and even mistakes are an integral part of innovation. The digital version of the magazine can be found here.