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by Hannah Godofsky, AIAA Communications AIAA PROPULSION AND ENERGY FORUM, Indianapolis, August 20, 2019 — Researchers who are part of the Purdue Engineering Cislunar Initiative said during the “Partnering Advances in Aerospace” panel here that the orbital economy is booming and that the initiative wants to help expand it. “Right now, the orbital economy generates about $350 billion

by Cat Hofacker, Aerospace America Staff Reporter AIAA PROPULSION AND ENERGY FORUM, Indianapolis, August 19, 2019 — Rolls-Royce is drawing on its record of innovation to advance the future of aerospace, the company’s president of defense programs Phil Burkholder said here during the morning keynote address “Pioneering the Power That Matters.” “Over the decades, Rolls-Royce employees have pioneered

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] July 29, 2019 – Reston, Va. –The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) mourns the passing of AIAA Fellow and Virginia Tech mechanical engineering professor Walter F. O’Brien Jr. on 25 July 2019. O’Brien, 82, joined AIAA in 1960 and became a Fellow in 2016. He

CONTACT: Michele McDonald 703.264.7542 [email protected] July 26, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics congratulates the AIAA members who won this year’s Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). AIAA Member Steven Brunton, University of Washington (nominated by Department of Defense) AIAA Associate Fellow Daniel Garmann, Air Force Research

Members of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics are sharing their experiences and memories of Apollo 11 on AIAA’s Engage platform. Some excerpts are below. Apollo sets the bar for technical, managerial, and societal achievement. It showed us that we could take on challenges with little or no idea how we would accomplish the goal,

by Michele McDonald, AIAA Communications Manager AIAA AVIATION FORUM, Dallas, June 21, 2019 — Never again in aerospace will one crucial group driven by their passion for aeronautics have such influence on the direction of the space mission, historians James Hansen and Bill Barry told the “Apollo’s Legacy and Impact on Modern Flight” plenary audience. Barry,

By Hannah Godofsky, AIAA Communications AIAA AVIATION FORUM, Dallas, June 19, 2019 — Engineers often think about product strategy in terms of specifications or capabilities, but Chris Emerson, president of Airbus Helicopters, said during the “The Reality of a Vertical Dream” session here that he believes the biggest driver of change for their product will be economics.

by Ben Iannotta, Aerospace America Editor-in-Chief AIAA AVIATION FORUM, Dallas, June 18, 2019 — NASA will make technical progress in the years ahead by focusing on modeling and simulation, autonomous control, and additive manufacturing while continuing to emphasize wide-ranging collaboration, said NASA Associate Administrator Stephen Jurczyk today during the “NASA Aeronautics” session. He said these technologies are among

by Michele McDonald, AIAA Communications Manager AIAA AVIATION FORUM, Dallas, June 17, 2019 — Filmmaker Brian J. Terwilliger says he always takes the window seat when he flies. He told the audience at his plenary session “Living in the Age of Airplanes” that what he sees out the window is better than any screen entertainment. Unless, perhaps, it’s

AIAA President John Langford began his opening remarks at the 2019 AIAA Aerospace Spotlight Awards Gala with a simple question: “Where were you on the afternoon and the evening of July 20, 1969?” “That event had a lot to do with why you are here tonight,” Langford said to the packed atrium of the Ronald

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: John Blacksten 703.264.7532 [email protected] May 6, 2019 – Reston, Va. – The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is pleased to announce the 2019 Regional Student Conference first-place winners. AIAA sponsors student conferences in each AIAA region for student members at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Students present their research

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: John Blacksten 703.264.7532 [email protected] Three Honorary Fellows and 29 Fellows Selected February 4, 2019 – Reston, Va. –The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) has selected its Class of 2019 AIAA Fellows and Honorary Fellows. The induction ceremony for the new Fellows and Honorary Fellows will take place on 15

Sticking to Early Passion for Aerospace Proved Catalyst for Extraordinary Career By Lawrence Garrett, AIAA Web Editor The aerospace industry is fortunate that AIAA Associate Fellow Dr. Mark B. Tischler ultimately took his father’s advice when applying to college and stuck with his lifelong dream of pursuing a career in aerospace engineering. Tischler made this gamble

Engineer Keeps Her Footing Working in NASA Wind Tunnel By Michele McDonald, AIAA Communications Manager Nettie Roozeboom knows how to keep moving–whether it’s conducting research in wind tunnels or on the track. An aerospace engineer at the Fluid Mechanics Lab at NASA Ames Research Center, Roozeboom’s research will help usher in the next generation of aircraft and

AIAA Profiles AIAA Fellow Karl D. Bilimoria By Michele McDonald, AIAA communications manager AIAA Fellow Karl D. Bilimoria can trace the roots of his career as an aerospace engineer to his childhood visits to Air India. “I have been fascinated by airplanes for as long as I can remember, even in very early childhood,” said Bilimoria,

AIAA Profiles AIAA Student Members and 2018 Abe M. Zarem Awardees Geoffrey Andrews and Ken M. Mitchell By Lawrence Garrett, AIAA Web Editor With the calendar turning toward fall and colleges and universities back in session, the Institute’s September spotlight has fittingly come to rest on two outstanding AIAA student members: Geoffrey Andrews, the 2018 AIAA Foundation

AIAA Profiles AIAA Educator Associate Douglas Ferguson By Lawrence Garrett, AIAA web editor AIAA Educator Associate Douglas Ferguson Influenced by his father’s passion for aerospace and his mother’s dedication to education, it is not surprising that Douglas Ferguson became a K-12 educator, a strong proponent of STEM K-12 programs, and an inspirational force to future generations

Panelists: Moderator Rich Wahls, strategic technical adviser, Advanced Air Vehicles Program, NASA’s Langley Research Center; Robert Pearce, deputy associate administrator for strategy and acting director for Airspace Operations and Safety Program, NASA Headquarters; Peter Coen, project manager, Commercial Supersonic Technology Project, NASA; Jay Dryer, director, Advanced Air Vehicles Program; Davis Hackenberg, strategy adviser for urban

Panelists: Moderator Robbie Cowart, director, supersonic technology development, Gulfstream Aerospace Corp.; Mike Hinderberger, senior vice president of aircraft development, Aerion Corp.; David Richardson, director for air vehicle design and technology, Advanced Development Programs, Lockheed Martin; Blake Scholl, founder and CEO, Boom Supersonic; Kevin Welsh, executive director, Office of Environment and Energy, FAA by Tom Risen, Aerospace America Staff

Speaker: Anil Nanduri, vice president and general manager, Drone Group, Intel Corp. by Ben Iannotta, Aerospace America editor-in-chief Intel, the computer chipmaker and drone pioneer, plans to one day program its drones to automatically spot trouble, such as a rusted pipe in an oil refinery, and text an alert to a manager on the ground. Anil Nanduri, head

Speaker: Michael Thacker, executive vice president of technology and innovation, Bell by Ben Iannotta, Aerospace America editor-in-chief Empowering everyday commuters and other passengers to fly over urban areas will require groundbreaking research but also achieving consumer acceptance and finding the most efficient way possible to certify these aircraft for safety, said Bell’s innovation chief, Michael Thacker, June 28

Panelists: Moderator John Tylko, chief innovation officer, Aurora Flight Sciences Corp; Andrew Gibson, president, Empirical Systems Aerospace Inc.; Bruce Holmes, vice president of digital aviation, SmartSky Networks LLC; Daniel Morris; director, REaKTOR Business Technology Innovation Center, National Institute of Aerospace; Kevin Noertker, CEO, Ampaire by Tom Risen, Aerospace America staff reporter (2017-2018) A group of executives described their strategies for

Panelists: Moderator David Hills, senior partnership manager, Airbus Americas Inc.; Matej Andrejašič, head of aerodynamics, Pipistrel Vertical Solutions; Pier-Davide Ciampa, team lead, Multidisciplinary Design and Optimization, German Aerospace Center; Sebastiano Fumero, head of unit-aeronautics, Research and Innovation Directorate General, European Commission; Pablo Perez-Illana, program officer, Research and Innovation Directorate General, European Commission; Joeri De Ruytter,

Panelists: Moderator David Hills, vice president of research and technology, Airbus; Michael Huerta, senior adviser, Macquarie Holdings by Tom Risen, Aerospace America staff reporter (2017-2018) Michael Huerta, a former FAA administrator, emphasized the need for data sharing, international collaboration and public education to achieve the aviation industry’s common goal of safety June 27 during his “Aviation Transformation —

Panelists: Moderator Donald W. Richardson, chief operating officer, Donrich Research Inc.; Gregory Bowles, vice president for global innovation and policy, General Aviation Manufacturers Association; Ravi Chaudhary, director for advanced programs and innovation, FAA Office of Commercial Space Transportation; Parimal H. Kopardekar, senior technologist, Air Transportation Systems, NASA’s Ames Research Center; Robert Pearce, acting director, Airspace

Panelists: Moderator Nicolas Borer, advanced air vehicle configurator technical lead, Aeronautics Systems Analysis Branch, NASA’s Langley Research Center; Ella Atkins, professor of aerospace engineering, University of Michigan; Anna Dietrich, co-founder, Terrafugia; Stephane Fymat, vice president of product management and marketing, BendixKing, Honeywell Aerospace; Zohaib Mian, senior autonomous systems architect, Mercedes-Bosch Autonomous Driving Project, Robert Bosch

Panelists: Moderator Graham Warwick, managing editor, Aviation Week and Space Technology; Eric Branyan, vice president, F-35 Supply Chain Management, Lockheed Martin; Declan Holland, vice president of U.S. business, BAE Systems Inc.; Frank Carus, vice president and F-35 program manager, Northrop Grumman Corp.; Thomas Johns, director, F135 Weapon System Integration, Military Engines, Pratt & Whitney; John

Panelists: Moderator Juan J. Alonso, professor, Stanford University; Jeff Babione, vice president and general manager, Advanced Development Programs, Lockheed Martin by Ben Iannotta, Aerospace America editor-in-chief Lockheed Martin’s Jeff Babione challenged the audience of the “Evolution of the F-35” session June 26 at the 2018 AIAA AVIATION Forum in Atlanta to utter the first words that came to mind when

Panelists: Moderator Starr Ginn, deputy aeronautics research director, NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center; Charles “Chase” Ashton, senior engineer, AeroVironment Inc.; Scott Drennan, director of innovation, Bell; Steve Ericson, director of advanced design, The Spaceship Co.; Bob Morgan, director of research and development, Scaled Composites; Michael Swanson, chief engineer, Advanced Development Programs, Lockheed Martin by  Michele McDonald,

Panelists: Moderator Juan Alonso, professor of aeronautics and astronautics, Stanford University; Rodin Lyasoff, CEO, A^3 by Airbus; Jack O’Banion, vice president of strategy and customer requirements, Advanced Development Programs, Lockheed Martin; Pradeep Fernandes, managing director of disruptive horizons, Boeing HorizonX; Ilan Kroo, Thomas V. Jones professor of engineering, Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Stanford University

Panelists: Moderator Van Espahbodi, co-founder, managing partner, Starburst Aerospace Accelerator; Maryanna Saenko, principal, Khosla Ventures; Brian Schettler, managing director, Boeing HorizonX Ventures; Peter Truwit, associate, Seraph Group by Ben Iannotta, Aerospace America editor-in-chief Four venture capitalists at the 2018 AIAA AVIATION Forum in Atlanta gave a glimpse into their world — from the fiercely competitive pace of their business to

AIAA Profiles AIAA Fellow Dr. John Valasek By Michele McDonald, AIAA Communications Manager John Valasek was destined to become an aerospace engineer all thanks to the simple fact that his mother attended a Blue Angels airshow in Los Alamitos, California, when she was seven months pregnant with him in 1961. And Valasek is not one to

AIAA Profiles AIAA Associate Fellow Dr. Martiqua Post Professor, U.S. Air Force Academy Advanced Full Range Engine (AFRE) Program Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative, DARPA By Michele McDonald, AIAA Communications Manager When Martiqua Post earned her private pilot’s license, the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) professor also learned more about what her students experience. “I passed my FAA check

AIAA Profiles AIAA Associate Fellow Dr. Hanspeter Schaub By Lawrence Garrett, AIAA Web Editor For April 2018, the Institute turns its spotlight toward the Rocky Mountains, home of the Glenn L. Murphy Endowed Chair of Aerospace Engineering Sciences (AES) at the University of Colorado, and Editor-in-Chief of the AIAA Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets (JSR), Dr. Hanspeter

AIAA Profiles AIAA Fellow Nancy Andersen By Michele McDonald, AIAA Communications Manager Some of the first steps in AIAA Fellow Nancy Andersen’s aerospace engineering career started with grade school math competitions and science projects. AIAA Fellow Nancy Andersen. “I always had a curiosity for how things worked, and I loved to build things,” said Andersen, who

The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is pleased to welcome its newest corporate members. These distinguished companies join nearly 100 other organizations who—through their innovation, ingenuity, and imagination—are shaping the future of aerospace. “AIAA’s Corporate Members are vital to the Institute and to the aerospace industry’s overall success,” said AIAA Executive Director Dan

The Inlets, Nozzles, and Propulsion Systems Integration (INPSI) Technical Committee invites you to attend the 4th AIAA Propulsion Aerodynamics Workshop on July 7-8, 2018 in Cincinnati, OH.  The full 2-day workshop will take place the weekend prior to the AIAA Propulsion & Energy 2018 conference. The focus of the workshop will be on assessing the

Important Announcement: New Editor-in-Chief Sought for the Library of Flight Book Series AIAA is seeking an outstanding candidate for this position, to assume the responsibilities of Editor-in-Chief of the Library of Flight series in late spring 2018. The chosen candidate will assume the editorship at an exciting time as AIAA continues to expand its ability

AIAA Profiles AIAA Fellow Dr. Alexander J. Smits By Lawrence Garrett, AIAA Web Editor For February 2018, the Institute turns its spotlight to central New Jersey, home of influential professor and internationally respected expert in mechanical and aerospace engineering, and Editor-in-Chief of the AIAA Journal, Dr. Alexander J. Smits. An AIAA Fellow, Smits is the Eugene

At the 2018 AIAA SciTech Forum, which took place 8–12 January in Kissimmee, FL, we celebrated our community’s discoveries and achievements from the small but brilliantly simple innovations that affect everyday lives to the major discoveries and missions that fuel our collective human drive to explore and accomplish amazing things. 2018 Durand Lecture for Public

Dr. Ella M. Atkins has been appointed as editor-in-chief of the Journal of Aerospace Information Systems (JAIS). Currently Dr Atkins is a Professor in the Aerospace Engineering Department at the University of Michigan where she has been innovative and influential in moving a traditional aerospace engineering department in new directions. She is also the Associate

AIAA Profiles AIAA Senior Member Dr. Jay Gundlach By Lawrence Garrett, AIAA Web Editor For the past two decades Dr. Jay Gundlach has been a pioneering force behind many advancements in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technologies, which have been growing areas of focus for the Institute over the past several years.

Panelists: Moderator Scott Fouse, vice president, Advanced Technology Center, Lockheed Martin; Gerhard Grunwald, head of orbital robotics, Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics; Kris Kearns, senior adviser for autonomy research, Air Force Research Laboratory; Stefanie Tellex, assistant professor of computer science and assistant professor of engineering, Brown University by Lawrence Garrett, AIAA Web Editor With computing

Panelists: Moderator David E. Bowles, director, NASA’s Langley Research Center; August Noevere, aerospace research engineer, Collier Research Corp. — HyperSizer Software; Adam Clark, aerodynamics engineer, Enabling Technology & Research, Boeing Commercial Airplanes; Thomas Convard, technical product manager, Epic Games; Rodney Martin, deputy data sciences group lead, NASA’s Ames Research Center; Rachel Narciso, immersive technology specialist,

Panelists: Moderator Bill Casebeer, senior research area manager, Human Systems and Autonomy, Lockheed Martin Advanced Technology Laboratories; Julia Badger, Robonaut project manager, Autonomous Spacecraft Management Projects, NASA’s Johnson Space Center; Eileen Liu, research scientist, Human Systems and Autonomy, Lockheed Martin Advanced Technology Laboratories; Matthias Scheutz, director, Human-Robot Interaction Lab, Tufts University; Victoria Coleman, chief technology

Speaker: Elizabeth Baron, virtual reality and advanced visualization technology specialist, Ford Motor Co. by Lawrence Garrett, AIAA Web Editor Advancements in immersive technologies such as virtual and augmented reality will revolutionize and streamline many processes in the aerospace industry, said Elizabeth Baron, virtual reality and visualization specialist for the Ford Motor Co., Jan. 11 during the

Panelists: Moderator Tom Gunnarson, regulatory affairs lead, Zee Aero; Gregory J. Bowles, vice president of global innovation and policy, General Aviation Manufacturers Association; Carl Dietrich, chief technology officer and co-founder, Terrafugia; Eric Mueller, aerospace engineer, NASA’s Ames Research Center; Sasha G. Rao, chair of intellectual property practice, Maynard Cooper & Gale; Wes Ryan, unmanned systems

Panelists: Moderator Michael Patterson, aerospace technologist, NASA’s Langley Research Center; Danette Allen, senior technologist of intelligent flight systems, NASA’s Langley Research Systems; Brian J. German, Langley associate professor, Georgia Institute of Technology; Andrew R. Gibson, president, Empirical Systems Aerospace Inc.; Ken Goodrich, senior research engineer, NASA’s Langley Research Center; Stephen Rizzi, senior researcher for aeroacoustics,

Panelists: Moderator Bruce Holmes, vice president for digital aviation, SmartSky Networks LLC; Carl Dietrich, chief technology officer and co-founder, Terrafugia; Mark Moore, director of engineering, Uber Elevate; Mark Cousin, senior vice president of flight demonstrators, Airbus; Brian Yutko, vice president of research and development, Aurora Flight Sciences By Tom Risen, Aerospace America staff reporter (2017-2018) Companies