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

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AIAA Propulsion Aerodynamics Workshop (PAW)


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://www.nasa.gov/events/paw/ for further workshop details and test cases.

Registration Fees (Sign-in to Register)

Early AIAA Member: $249.00 USD
Early AIAA Student Member: $79.00 USD
Early Community Member: $399.00 USD

Standard AIAA Member: $349.00 USD
Standard AIAA Student Member: $129.00 USD
Standard Community Member: $499.00 USD

Registration Options:
Register for the workshop only or as an add-on to either One-Day or Full-Conference registrations.

Virtual participation: Registrants unable to travel to the workshop can virtually participate via Zoom. Register for the workshop only.

Contact: 

For workshop registration questions, please contact Lisa Le, Education Manager, at [email protected].

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.

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