To help celebrate the momentous 50th anniversary of the Apollo, we will be screening the movie First Man, the riveting story of NASA’s mission to land a man on the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the years 1961-1969. Popcorn will be provided!
Session Category: AIAA Aviation Forum 2019
Ignite the "Meet"ing
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Nothing can be more intimidating than being a newcomer or young person at a conference or event where everyone already knows one another! Learn tips and techniques on networking and relationship building that will make your forum experience more enjoyable and productive. The session will focus on creating an introduction, understanding how to engage with others, playing off the unique networking styles of introverts and extroverts, and some “dos and don’ts” of networking. Then participants will take part in an activity designed to foster quick friendships so they never enter a forum session or reception feeling like a stranger.
Frontiers of Flight
Future 7th to 10th grade aerospace engineers have been working hard doing 3D modeling and experimentation this summer! Students from the Frontiers of Flight Museum Aero Lab Camp will showcase their custom rubber-band powered balsas plane that they have designed using computer-aided drafting software and a 3D printer. This is a hands-on demonstration and they’re looking to you, AVIATION attendees, to provide best practices, feedback and tips! This is your chance to help future aerospace engineers!
Catalyzing and Enabling Transformation in Aeronautics and Space
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NASA has traditionally conducted research and technology development to enable new systems and capabilities for the aeronautics and space sectors. More recently NASA has combined knowledge of trends and opportunities in these sectors with innovative business practices, advanced systems concepts, research and technology development, and integrated capability demonstrations to enable transformative capabilities to address government and commercial opportunities and challenges. A critical success factor for these efforts has been innovation driven by the convergence of technologies from aerospace as well as other sectors. Steve Jurczyk will discuss NASA’s current efforts and future plans enabling transformational capabilities for aeronautics and space.
Addressing Aviation and Education Challenges with NASA University Leadership Initiative: A dialog with Helen Reed
NASA’s University Leadership Initiative (ULI) provides the opportunity for university teams to exercise technical and organizational leadership in proposing unique technical challenges, defining interdisciplinary solutions, establishing peer review mechanisms, and applying innovative teaming strategies to strengthen the research impact. This is a conversation between Helen Reed and John Cavolowsky about Helen’s experiences while working in two of NASA Aeronautics’ multiyear, multimillion-dollar ULI awards. Their conversation will span the importance of her work, research freedom under the ULI philosophy, the opportunities created for undergraduate and graduate students, and experiences within a multi-disciplinary team of academics and industrial partners.
Speed Mentoring & Networking Reception
Accomplished professionals, from a variety of backgrounds, will take time to meet with the Rising Leaders participants and share their experiences. This event is a great way to get insight from industry leaders and make some great new contacts. And, maybe, they will end up being a mentor for more than just the 15 minutes at this event.
Continue your conversations and networking at the reception which will immediately follow. Take time to socialize with your fellow young professionals who are also attending the forum. Having just participated in the speed mentoring, you’ll definitely have at least one thing in common. Don’t miss this rewarding opportunity.
Opening Reception in the Exposition Hall (Proof of Purchase Required)
Discuss the day’s events and talk with exhibitors over drinks and light fare in the Exposition Hall. Enjoy a performance by Jon Christopher Davis, a multi-published singer-songwriter and recording artist. JCD’s songs have been covered by major-label artists, such as Dolly Parton, Timothy B. Schmit of the Eagles, Billy Ray Cyrus, and Rodney Atkins. “Little Bird,” recorded by Sherrie Austin, peaked at number 4 on Billboard’s Top Country Singles Sales Chart.
Forum 360: Realizing Large-Scale UAS Operations in High-Density Urban Airspace
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A panel discussion on the perceived challenges, potential solutions, and opportunities to fully realize UAS urban operations through the lens of technology, regulation, and public opinion.
Apollo’s Legacy and Impact on Modern Flight
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Forum 360: Flying Faster with the Science of Hypersonics: Challenges and Opportunities
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Hypersonic vehicles for military applications are bursting onto the scene, driven by an acceleration of technologies. At the same time, the “need for speed” has implications for future commercial applications as well. These experts will discuss current research, concepts, and the technical challenges that still must be solved.