AIAA Propulsion Aerodynamics Workshop (PAW) 11 January 2026 - 11 January 2026 Hyatt Regency Orlando

PAW Objectives:

• Assess the numerical prediction capability (meshing, numerics, turbulence modeling, high-performance computing requirements, etc.) of current-generation CFD technology/codes for inlets, diffusers, and nozzles and their propulsion-specific boundary conditions.
• Develop practical modeling guidelines for CFD prediction of propulsion flow fields.
• Determine the elements of propulsion aerodynamics that are critical for modeling to enable the development of more accurate prediction methods and tools.
• Enhance CFD prediction capability for practical propulsion aerodynamic design and optimization.
• Promote education and mentoring of the next generation of propulsion CFD engineers.

General Information:

• PAW is patterned after the Drag Prediction Workshop (DPW) series. Participation in the propulsion workshop studies is not required to attend the workshop; everyone is welcome.
• Open, unbiased forums are included in the workshop to discuss the results and promote cross-pollination of best practices.
• The PAW7 test case is a commercial-style inlet with a rotating fan and ingested ground vortex.
• Top presentations will be invited to submit papers for special conference session in 2027.
• Please visit https://paw.larc.nasa.gov/ for further workshop details and test cases.

Contact:  For more information or questions about the workshop, please contact the PAW committee at [email protected]

Organized by the AIAA Inlets, Nozzles & Propulsion Systems Integration Technical Committee.