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CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] September 17, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Foundation is pleased to announce the winners of its 2018–2019 Design Competitions. “AIAA’s Design Competitions are more than winning a prize—they help students solve real-life problems and prepare them to make a difference in the aerospace

CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] September 10, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Foundation has announced the 12 winners of its 2019 undergraduate scholarships. Through its Foundation and supported by nearly 30,000 members, AIAA awards academic scholarships and STEM educational grants to support the next generation of aerospace professionals.

CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] September 9, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Foundation has announced the ten winners of its 2019 graduate awards. Through its Foundation and supported by nearly 30,000 members, AIAA awards academic scholarships and STEM education awards to support the next generation of aerospace professionals.

CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] “Communications Satellites — Then, Now, and Where Next?” September 6, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has selected Eddy W. Hartenstein to give its 2019 David W. Thompson Lecture in Space Commerce. Hartenstein will deliver his lecture, ““Communications Satellites —  Then, Now, and Where

CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] Air Force Gen. John Raymond to Lead New Combatant Command August 29, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) applauds the establishment of the U.S. Space Command. The new combatant command prioritizes the protection of our assets and sustains our advantages in space. AIAA Executive

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] August 2, 2019 – Reston, Va. –Massachusetts Institute of Technology Professor Emeritus of Aeronautics and Astronautics Jack L. Kerrebrock, 91, died on July 19. Kerrebrock was known internationally as an expert in the development of propulsion systems for aircraft and spacecraft and served in numerous roles in

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] AIAA Hails End to Arbitrary Budget Caps and Calls on Congress to Pass FY2020 Appropriations August 1, 2019 – Reston, Va. –The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) applauds the bipartisan vote in Congress to fund the government over Fiscal Years 2020 and 2021. AIAA Executive

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] July 29, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has announced its 2018–2019 Section Awards winners. The Section Awards honor particularly notable achievements made by member sections in a range of activities that help fulfill the Institute’s mission. Section awards are given

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] AIAA President Congratulates Dr. Mark Esper July 23, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) congratulates Dr. Mark Esper on being confirmed as the 27th Secretary of Defense. AIAA President John Langford made the following statement upon Dr. Esper’s confirmation: “Secretary Esper

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] July 23, 2019 – Reston, Va. – Known as the godfather of NASA’s Mission Control, Chris Kraft’s dedication to safety and exacting standards played a crucial role in the success of the U.S. space mission. He died on July 22, two days after the 50th anniversary of the

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] July 10, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is pleased to announce the winners of technical excellence awards to be presented during the 2019 AIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum. The awards will be presented during the Excellence in Aerospace Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] July 8, 2019 – Reston, Va. – Want to learn about the technology that allowed the Apollo program to succeed? From launch-vehicle design to reentry flight dynamics and more, the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has it covered with 50 Papers for 50 Years as

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: John Blacksten 703.264.7532 [email protected] June 28, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) applauds the appointment of Chris Scolese to the position of Director of the National Reconnaissance Office. “Chris Scolese’s unique combination of technical knowledge, military service, and management experience make him the ideal director for

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] June 27, 2019 – Reston, Va. – This summer, students in grades 8–12 nationwide can meet astronauts and design an experiment that could be launched to the International Space Station next year through a partnership with the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) and Higher Orbits to

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] AIAA President Congratulates Stephen Dickson July 24, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) congratulates former Delta Air Lines executive Stephen Dickson on being confirmed as the FAA’s 18th administrator. He will serve a five-year term. AIAA President John Langford made the

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] “Vision for CisLunar Economy” May 28, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has selected Salvatore T. “Tory” Bruno to give its 2019 von Kármán Lecture in Astronautics. Bruno will deliver his lecture, “Vision for CisLunar Economy,” at 6:30 p.m. (EDT), August

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: John Blacksten 703.264.7532 [email protected] Industry leaders to discuss emerging trends, changing technology and new entrants. May 21, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) will hold its 2019 Aviation and Aeronautics Forum and Exposition (AIAA AVIATION Forum) 17-21 June at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: John Blacksten [email protected] Donation Will Support Diversification of the STEM Talent Pipeline; AIAA to Match Boeing’s Gift Through the Match A Million Campaign May 17, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Foundation and Boeing announced this week a $1 million donation from the Boeing Charitable Trust. The

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] May 8, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) applauds the confirmation of Kimberly Reed, Judith DelZoppo Pryor, and former Congressman Spencer Bachus to the U.S. Export-Import Bank Board. AIAA Executive Director Dan Dumbacher made the following statement upon the Senate vote.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] May 7, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Foundation thanks the family and friends of Dr. Hassan A. Hassan for contributing to a new graduate award in aerospace engineering in his name. Dr. Hassan, 87, established the Dr. Hassan A. Hassan