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The space industry has reached an inflection point. We are witnessing unprecedented growth in commercial space activity, accelerated national security…

John R. Casani, an engineer who served a central role in many of NASA’s deep space missions, died on 19 June. He was 92 years old.  Casani volunteered…

AIAA is pleased to award the 2025 AIAA Wright Brothers Lectureship in Aeronautics to Susan Ying, AMP2FLY. Ying will deliver…

The Institute is currently seeking nominations for the following positions: Members–At-Large and AIAA Treasurer-Elect.

Nominations are being accepted for Regional Directors, Integration and Outreach Group Directors, and Technical Group Directors for the term May 2026–May 2029.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operates the busiest and most complex airspace in the world with more than 45,000 daily flights operating to over 5,000 public use…

On the dusty plains of West Texas, over 2,000 university students from 22 countries gathered with a shared goal: launch the rockets they spent the past year building, testing, and….

The AIAA Standards Steering Committee has approved a revision project for AIAA S-120B, Mass Properties Control for Space Systems. This standard outlines mass control requirements for space system development.

AIAA presented its premier awards at the AIAA Awards Gala, 30 April, at Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, DC. The Class of 2025 AIAA Fellows…

AIAA announced the winners of the 29th Annual AIAA Design/Build/Fly (DBF) Competition. This year marks DBF’s largest ever flyoff participation, with 1,200+ students on 97 university teams attending onsite.

The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has released the results of its recent 2025 elections. The newly elected AIAA officials will take office in May.

AIAA S-155, Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) and On Orbit Servicing (OOS) – Spacecraft Fiducial Markers, has been issued for public review.  The public review deadline is 14 April 2025.

The H2Hub Summit 2025 explores cutting-edge hydrogen innovations, including H2 eVTOLs, H2 Out of Thin Air, H2 Wing-in-Ground (WIG) Vessels, and H2 Drones. Join us on March 19, 2025, for expert insights, networking…

Join leaders from the U.S. government and military, experts from industry, and hundreds of your peers at the 2025 AIAA DEFENSE Forum. Register by 27 March for the best rate and take part in the conversations shaping the….

The 2025 AIAA DEFENSE Forum will feature hundreds of technical briefings on 16 of the most important topics shaping the present and future of defense and national security, including digital engineering, hypersonics, test and evaluation, and guidance…

This document describes best practices, functional requirements, operational requirements, and norms for the design, testing, and operations of prepared Free-Flyer Capture between Servicing Spacecraft and a Client Space…

The 2025 AIAA DEFENSE Forum offers a unique opportunity for in-depth discussions on critical defense and national security topics. Join us at the forum to engage with industry leaders, exchange insights, and expand your professional network…

The 2025 Election was held from 27 January–21 February 2025. Thank you for your service and continued commitment to AIAA!

In observance of the U.S. federal Presidents’ Day holiday, My Daily Launch will not publish on Monday, 17 February. Service will resume on Tuesday, 18 January. Learn More

AIAA S-155, Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) and On Orbit Servicing (OOS) – Spacecraft Fiducial Markers, has been issued for public review. This document outlines functional, physical, and operational requirements for…

As the aviation sector looks to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, the biggest gains may not happen in the air but on the ground, stated Tim Lieuwen, the 2025 AIAA Dryden Lecturer in Research, during the 2025 AIAA SciTech Forum in January.

The AIAA Executive Nominating Committee and Council Nominating Committee have assembled an outstanding slate of candidates. We urge all eligible voting members to carefully consider…

The New York Times reports, “The seventh test flight of SpaceX’s Starship rocket failed on Thursday as…

ORLANDO, Fla. – In the future artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous systems will transform how people and assets are tracked, whether on Earth or in space, noted speakers on an AIAA SciTech Forum plenary on AI and Autonomy last Thursday, 9 January.

ORLANDO, Fla. – An expert panel composed of three top aviation original equipment manufacturers (OEM), NASA, and the U.S. Department of Energy tackled how propulsion technology will drive the industry to achieve…

ORLANDO, Fla. –  On the final evening of the 2025 AIAA SciTech Forum, female aerospace leaders, students, and allies gathered for an engaging discussion on the unique experience of women in aerospace…

ORLANDO, Fla. – Aerospace America reports, “The director of the division that runs the U.S. Air Force program to research emerging electric aircraft, AFWERX Agility Prime, is eager to see one or more…

ORLANDO, Fla. – Aerospace America reports, “Authors of a technical paper at the 2025 AIAA SciTech Forum describe how Vanguard 1, the second U.S. satellite, could be…

ORLANDO, Fla. – The aerospace community got a rare look at the capabilities and processing might of the world’s first exascale supercomputer during a plenary session at 2025 AIAA SciTech Forum.

ORLANDO, Fla. –  During her astronaut career flying on five Space Shuttle missions, Professor Bonnie J. Dunbar recalls the challenges of ill-fitting EVA “modular, mix-and-match” spacesuits. Ironically, it was during training…

ORLANDO, Fla. – The ability to field critical capabilities in the U.S. Air Force (USAF) has never been more urgent, a senior Air Force official told AIAA SciTech…

ORLANDO, Fla. –  When NASA retires the International Space Station by the end of 2031, the space agency intends for the United States to not just have capability in microgravity, but to have a continuous “heartbeat” in low Earth orbit…

ORLANDO, Fla. – If Alexis Bonnell had her way, every person would embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) fearlessly as a tool that gives them back “minutes for their mission” and enables them to “tackle the toil” of mundane work tasks.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Aerospace America reports, “The ultimate vote of confidence in the design of an electrified aircraft could be when the founder climbs aboard the craft and goes airborne. The leaders of developers of two such…

‘We must continue to do the really hard things,’ said JPL’s Director in the 2025 AIAA SciTech Forum’s opening plenary session By Anne Wainscott-Sargent, AIAA Communications Team ORLANDO, Fla.– The 10th and only female director of NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) opened the 2025 AIAA SciTech Forum Monday, highlighting the hard questions that JPL answers in its unique

AIAA proudly congratulates its newly elected Class of 2025 Honorary Fellows and Fellows. The class will be inducted during a ceremony on Tuesday, 29 April, in Washington, DC, and celebrated during the AIAA Awards Gala on Wednesday, 30 April, at Grand Hyatt Washington…

The 2025 forum will feature approximately 3,000 technical presentations spanning 60+ topics, including aerodynamic measurement technology, applied aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, guidance, navigation, and control, hypersonics, intelligent systems…

On 3 December, we’re rallying the aerospace community to join us in an act of generosity. With your help, we strive to raise $100,000 to inspire and support the next generation…

Aviation Week reports that Bombardier’s Global 7500 jet has set 75 speed records, highlighting its top speed and impressive range. “The new records build on…

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AIAA issued the following statement from AIAA CEO Clay Mowry: “On behalf of the 30,000 professional and student members of AIAA, we congratulate Blue Origin on its successful NS-28 mission. The New Shepard program embodies the promises of space…

AIAA will bestow awards to over 20 aerospace innovators who made an impact on the industry over the past year during the 2025 AIAA SciTech Forum, 6–10 January 2025, Orlando, Fla.

AIAA issued the following statement from AIAA CEO Clay Mowry: “Congratulations to the SpaceX team on its sixth test flight of Starship. We’re following with anticipation SpaceX’s progress through its rapid, iterative testing…

AIAA is conducting a landmark study on AI in aerospace that will inform the industry on how to optimize artificial intelligence and avoid roadblocks…

AIAA issued the following statement from AIAA CEO Clay Mowry: “Congratulations to the SpaceX team on its fifth test flight of Starship. From its launch at Starbase, Texas, to catching the booster, through the on-orbit views…

AIAA CEO Dan Dumbacher made the following statement: “On behalf of the 30,000 professional and student members of AIAA, we congratulate the SpaceX team and the Polaris Dawn crew on their accomplishments.

AIAA announced today that its Board of Trustees has selected Clay Mowry as the Institute’s new chief executive officer (CEO). Mowry is a globally recognized space industry executive with experience across the international aerospace community. He will join the Institute effective 1 October 2024.

Aviation Week reports, “Cracks in engine attachment components that have stalled Boeing’s 777-9 certification program were found in a fourth test aircraft that has not flown in nearly three years…

AIAA CEO Dan Dumbacher is being recognized by Women in Aerospace with their 2024 Allyship Award. This honor is presented to an individual ‘who actively promotes and aspires to advance a culture…

AIAA and Tripadvisor have launched “Destination: Space,” a new content platform dedicated to space tourism,  exploration, and education. “Destination: Space” aims to demystify space…