Events Category: Aeronautics

Aerospace Perspectives Series: Testing and Validating Electric Aircraft Powertrain and Propulsion Systems from an Automotive Electrification Perspective

This webinar is hosted by AIAA, is presented by dSPACE, and is open to the public.

During this webinar, dSPACE, EMPS Consulting, and AIAA will review the adjacencies found when developing electrical powertrain and propulsion systems in the automotive and aerospace industries. The panelists will share all the lessons that have been learned from years of testing automotive vehicle electrification and how these lessons can be implemented when testing electric aircrafts. Given the current push for cleaner energy in both the automotive and aerospace industries, dSPACE is well positioned to bridge the gap in testing, validation, and verification between these giants of the transportation industry.

HyTASP Technical Committee Hypersonics Webinar (AIAA Member Exclusive)

Featuring Special Guest Lecturer, Ali Gülhan, German Aerospace Center (DLR e.V.)

AIAA Members: make sure you are signed in to the site  with your member credentials to be able to register.

This event is offered exclusively to AIAA members. Want to learn more about the benefits of AIAA membership?

Challenges and of Hypersonic Flight Experiments using Sounding Rockets

In this webinar Ali Gülhan, German Aerospace Center (DLR), will discuss how high-quality validation data that is representative of the real flight environment is necessary for the simulation-based design of flight hardware. Since ground testing facilities have limitations to duplicate the flight environment and numerical tools still have shortcomings in modelling high temperature gas phenomena and gas-surface interaction in such environments, availability of flight data is essential. A complementary validation approach using ground and flight testing for gathering reliable data and validation of numerical tools also is required. Gülhan will explain how simulation of the hot hypersonic flight environment in ground facilities is limited and requires data from further flight experiments. Hypersonic flight experiments by means of multistage sounding rocket configurations are seen as the most cost-efficient options to gather valuable flight data.

39th International Electric Propulsion Conference

Electric Propulsion, a Gateway to the Cosmos

The International Electric Propulsion Conference (IEPC) is the premier event for industry professionals, researchers, and academics driving advancements in the dynamic field of electric propulsion. The 39th edition of the conference, themed “Electric Propulsion: A Gateway to the Cosmos,” will be held in London from 14-19 September 2025. This unique event offers an unparalleled platform to explore the latest breakthroughs and innovations in electric propulsion technologies and the enabling science, spanning from fundamental theory to cutting-edge AI.

Co-sponsored by AIAA, this year’s conference seeks to broaden IEPC’s global reach and enhance its visibility within the aerospace community. Attendees will enjoy a compelling program of keynote speeches, technical sessions, and networking opportunities, along with social events designed to make IEPC 2025 an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss this chance to help shape the future of in-space propulsion. Visit the conference website for updates on the Call for Papers, sponsorship opportunities, and more.

Aerospace Perspectives Series: Eutelsat Group’s Journey to Real-Time Spacecraft Monitoring

5 December 2024 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time)

This webinar is hosted by AIAA, is presented by InfluxData, and is open to the public.

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. As Eutelsat Group works to provide high-speed, low-latency broadband access worldwide, managing the vast influx of time series data from its growing satellite network presents unique challenges.

Our speaker will provide a look at Eutelsat Group’s data architecture, discussing how InfluxDB time series database integrates with their existing systems to provide real-time insights into spacecraft health, performance, and network status. We’ll explore the custom dashboards and alerting mechanisms built on top of InfluxDB, enabling Eutelsat Group’s operations team to proactively manage their fleet.

26th AIAA International Space Planes and Hypersonic Systems and Technologies Conference

The 26th AIAA International Space Planes and Hypersonic Systems and Technologies Conference provides a significant opportunity for discussion and the exchange of information on leading-edge research and development activities associated with space planes and hypersonic atmospheric flight vehicles, and the technologies underpinning these capabilities.

Presentations will be provided on national programs from North America, South America, Australia, Europe, and Asia, and multiple opportunities for international collaboration will be discussed. Special panel sessions will also be organized around relevant topics of strong global interest.

Note: This conference will be co-located with the 2025 AIAA SciTech Forum. Your conference registration is included when you register for the 2025 forum.

AIAA Classroom Grant Writing Webinar (2024)

AIAA Members: make sure you are signed in to the site  with your member credentials to be able to access the on-demand replay.

The AIAA Foundation Classroom Grant provides opportunities for teachers to supplement their lesson plans with hands-on STEM activities that engage students in creative and innovative projects.

In this webinar, hear from special panelists, including past recipients, and learn how to write a successful grant application. The webinar is free and available for all K-12 educators to attend.

43rd Digital Avionics Systems Conference (DASC)

Building Trust in Increasingly Complex Safety-Critical Aviation Systems

Join us in San Diego, California, USA for the 43rd AIAA DATC/IEEE Digital Avionics Systems Conference (DASC), the preeminent R&D conference in the field of digital avionics.

The 43rd DASC is an annual gathering of industry leaders, professionals, and experts in Avionics Systems. It serves as a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration, attracting a diverse audience from around the world. The 43rd DASC offers a comprehensive agenda featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and interactive sessions, all focused on the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in our industry.

Preserving the Race for Space: From the Earth to the Moon and Beyond

Join us in Houston, Texas for a symposium on preservation of Space Exploration Resources! The NPS National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT) is partnering with Space Center Houston, Cane River National Heritage Area, and NASA to host a three-day symposium, which will bring together professionals with a stake in preserving what space exploration has left and is leaving behind. The symposium will feature talks held at the Space Center Houston, in Houston, TX, and tours of Johnson Space Center.

Registration costs:
Regular Registration: $399
Speaker Registration: $299
Student Registration: $199

Aerospace Perspectives Series: Unlock Mission-Critical Insights: Discover How Aerospace Companies Leverage Time Series Data to Drive Innovation, Enhance Operations, and Reduce Costs

This webinar is hosted by AIAA, is presented by InfluxData, and is open to the public.

Making the connection between data and insights is critical for aerospace and satellite companies because those insights impact safety, innovation, and costs. To maximize ROI and minimize safety risks, you need to be able to make sense of the massive amounts of data generated by your systems, devices, and services. All of this time-stamped data requires real-time analysis to identify patterns and insights.

In this session, InfluxData’s VP of product marketing, Balaji Palani, and lead developer advocate, Anais Dotis-Georgiou, will share how aerospace companies are using their time series data to:

  • Enable real-time anomaly detection and data-driven decisions that improve performance.
  • Optimize mission-critical processes and improve operational efficiency.
  • Build reliable data pipelines that reduce time-to-launch and lower costs.

Join the webinar for detailed aerospace customer stories and a live demo that shows how to collect, manage, and store mountains of high-resolution data (e.g., millions of data points every second with nanosecond precision).

Don’t let your operations be grounded—register now and unleash the full potential of your time series data!

Aerospace Perspectives Series: Inspecting Parts With Rapid, Automated, and High-Volume Industrial CT Scanning

This webinar is hosted by AIAA, is presented by Lumafield, and is open to the public.

Industrial computed tomography (CT) scanning offers a non-destructive and highly detailed method of inspecting aerospace, defense, and avionics. It utilizes x-rays and advanced reconstruction techniques to provide intricate 3D visualizations of internal structures. By using CT scanning, manufacturers can meticulously examine composite materials, wiring, seals, connectors, and valves to pinpoint the causes of failures—whether it’s material defects, inconsistencies in manufacturing, or wear-induced damage. Armed with this knowledge, aerospace manufactures can take proactive steps to resolve these issues, ensuring product reliability, patient safety, and preventing expensive recalls.

During this webinar, representatives from Lumafield will discuss the application of CT scanning for inspecting aerospace, defense, and avionics at all stages of the development process, from initial R&D through high-volume production with automated end-to-end workflows.