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AIAA Technologies Transforming Aerospace Webinar
2 March 2026 | 12–1 p.m. Online
Join us as Carissa Christensen, CEO of BryceTech, takes a deeper dive into the ten technologies outlined in the “Technologies Transforming Aerospace,” report. -
AIAA DEFENSE Forum 2026
17 March 2026 – 19 March 2026 (ET)
Laurel, Maryland, USA
The AIAA Defense and Security Forum (AIAA DEFENSE Forum) is a Secret/NOFORN event providing a venue for leaders from government, military, industry, and academia to advance and accelerate modernization, informed by Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering’s priorities.
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Robert Goddard: First Launch Centennial
16 March 2026
Thousands of adults and young people (students, parents, engineers, technical professionals, and more) will celebrate the centennial of Robert Goddard’s first successful liquid-fueled rocket launch on 16 March 1926. To acknowledge the pivotal role that both Robert and his wife, Esther, played in shaping our modern world, AIAA is working with dozens of aeronautic, rocketry,
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AIAA DEFENSE Forum 2026
17 March 2026 – 19 March 2026 (ET)
Laurel, Maryland, USA
The AIAA Defense and Security Forum (AIAA DEFENSE Forum) is a Secret/NOFORN event providing a venue for leaders from government, military, industry, and academia to advance and accelerate modernization, informed by Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering’s priorities.
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2026 Region VI Student Conference
21 March 2026 – 22 March 2026
California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
AIAA is pleased to announce that the Region VI Student Conference will be held from 21-22 March 2026 at California Polytechnic University San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo, CA.
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Fault Management and Autonomy for Space Systems – Online Short Course (Starts 7 April 2026)
7 April 2026 – 12 May 2026
In this new essential course, in partnership with Johns Hopkins University, students will learn to apply systems engineering expertise to architect and analyze fault management strategies to safeguard space missions. -
Introduction to Satellite Communications – Online Short Course (Starts 8 April 2026)
8 April 2026 – 20 May 2026
This new essential course, in partnership with Johns Hopkins University, will cover the fundamentals of satellite communications, including basic link analysis, antennas, and real-world system examples in this very dynamic field! -
Space Weather and Space Systems – Online Short Course (Starts 9 April 2026)
9 April 2026 – 14 May 2026
This new essential course, in partnership with Johns Hopkins University, explores the space environment in the context of its impact on space system operations. -
Fundamentals of Python for Engineering Programming and Machine Learning (Starts 17 March 2026)
17 March 2026 – 5 May 2026
The essential overview of Python for engineering programming, now expanded to include Machine Learning. -
Understanding Space: An Introduction to Astronautics and Space Systems Engineering – Online Short Course (17–19 March 2026)
17 March 2026 – 19 March 2026
Understanding Space is the ideal course for technical or non-technical professionals new to the space industry or who need a refresher on the fundamentals. -
Systems Engineering and Responsible Artificial Intelligence for Aerospace Applications – Online Short Course (Starts 24 March 2026)
24 March 2026 – 16 April 2026
Advance your expertise with this essential course, focusing on responsibly building systems with Artificial Intelligence and using AI to enhance the systems engineering and deployment processes, all the while understanding and managing risks. -
Space Mission Operations – Online Short Course (30 March–2 April 2026)
30 March 2026 – 2 April 2026
This exciting, fast-paced 4-day course explores the challenge of designing and implementing space mission operations in a practical, cost-effective way in the real world. -
Technical Writing Essentials for Engineers – Online Short Course (Starts 23 March 2026)
23 March 2026 – 1 April 2026
This short course introduces students to essential technical writing skills for proposals, technical reports, and process or requirements documents. -
Spacecraft Rendezvous and Proximity Operations – Online Short Course (Starts 28 April 2026)
28 April 2026 – 2 June 2026
This new essential course, in partnership with Johns Hopkins University, introduces students to the main elements of a Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) mission.
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Aerospace Perspectives Series: Shaping the Future of Aviation with GPU-Powered CFD for Faster, Cleaner Aircraft Design
15 May 2025 | 1–2 p.m. (ET)
VirtualIn this webinar, set for 15 May, hear from Qiqi Wang on the latest advancements in high-fidelity CFD, joined by John Vassberg, Chief Design Officer at JetZero, as they explore the cutting-edge technologies driving the future of aviation. -
Aerospace Perspectives Series: Integrating Commercial Innovation Into National Space Missions
23 January 2025 | 1–2 p.m. (ET)
VirtualThis webinar, set for 23 January, will explore the challenges and opportunities faced by federal space leaders as they partner with industry to integrate innovation into vital missions of national importance. -
Aerospace Perspectives Series: Eutelsat Group’s Journey to Real-Time Spacecraft Monitoring
5 December 2024 | 1:30–2:30 p.m. (ET)
During this webinar, we'll explore how Eutelsat Group, a global communications company, harnessed the power of InfluxDB to monitor and analyze telemetry data from its OneWeb constellation of hundreds of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. -
Aerospace Perspectives Series: Inspecting Parts With Rapid, Automated, and High-Volume Industrial CT Scanning
7 November 2024 | 1:30–1:30 p.m. (ET)
VirtualDuring this webinar, representatives from Lumafield will discuss the application of CT scanning for inspecting aerospace, defense, and avionics components at all stages of the development process, from initial R&D through high-volume production with automated end-to-end workflows.
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2025 AIAA Aviation and Aeronautics Forum and Exposition (AIAA AVIATION Forum)
21 July 2025 – 25 July 2025
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
The AIAA AVIATION Forum is the only aviation event that covers the entire integrated spectrum of aviation business, research, development, and technology. -
2025 ASCEND (Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration, and New Discovery)
22 July 2025 – 24 July 2025
Las Vegas, Nevada
Join us 22–24 July 2025 to access inspiring sessions and premium content, develop valuable business leads, and make meaningful connections. More details on 2025 ASCEND will be available soon. -
AIAA SciTech Forum 2026
12 January 2026 – 16 January 2026
Orlando, Florida, USA
The AIAA SciTech Forum program covers the science, technologies, and policies that are shaping the future of aerospace. The forum is the largest event for aerospace research, development, and technology in the world.