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Press Passes Available for 2021 AIAA AVIATION Forum and 2021 AIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum

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July 1, 2021 – Reston, Va. – Registration is open for journalists around the world to gain access to the 2021 AIAA AVIATION Forum (2–6 August) and the 2021 AIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum (9–11 August). Register for one forum and receive access to both!

Request press credentials here

These two distinctive events are scheduled during consecutive weeks to meet the unique technical content needs of each forum community. This new format delivers both events with the same high quality virtual experience.

2021 AIAA AVIATION Forum – “Aerospace Leadership in a Transitioning World”

The commercial air travel industry dropped to an unprecedented level in 2020, but innovation in mobility has not. Whether through digital transformation, decarbonization, or autonomous operations, the bold nature of aviation is not slowing. AIAA AVIATION Forum is the only event that covers the entire integrated spectrum of aviation business, research, development, and technology. Daily themes include:

  • Monday, 2 August: Aviation Recovery, Transition, and New Horizons
  • Tuesday, 3 August: Technologies to Reshape Aerospace
  • Wednesday, 4 August: Digital Thread Lifecycle*
  • Thursday, 5 August: Military Aviation: Delivering Performance at the Speed of Relevance*
  • Friday, 6 August: Pervasive Information Systems*

*New topics this year

Over 1,000 technical presentations on the latest innovations spanning 20+ aviation and aeronautics research topics will be available. Top 5 topics:

  • Aeroacoustics
  • Fluid Dynamics
  • Applied Aerodynamics
  • Multidisciplinary Design Optimization
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics

2021 AIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum – “Expanding Aerospace Horizons Through Sustainable Propulsion and Energy Innovation”

AIAA Propulsion and Energy Forum is the only forum that includes both aeronautics and space propulsion and energy technologies in one place. The 2021 forum will explore how new paradigms in the propulsion field and operational efficiency are upon us, including in the areas of electric aircraft, sustainability, hybrid rockets, automation, robotics, and hypersonics. The tipping point for these technologies to become a reality and be fully implemented is near. Access over 600 technical presentations on the latest innovations spanning 20+ propulsion and energy research topics that will drive advancements in the industry.

For more information, contact Rebecca B. Gray, AIAA Sr. Communications Manager, at [email protected], 804-397-5270 cell.

About AIAA
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world’s largest aerospace technical society. With nearly 30,000 individual members from 91 countries, and 100 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia, and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space, and defense. For more information, visit aiaa.org, or follow AIAA on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Press Passes Available for 2021 AIAA SciTech Forum

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December 21, 2020 – Reston, Va. – Registration is open for journalists around the world to gain access to the 2021 AIAA SciTech Forum, the world’s largest event for aerospace research, development and technology. Every year, THIS is the place industry gathers; the event sets the industry tone for the year. Request press credentials here.

WHEN: 11–15 and 19–21 January 2021, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. EST each day. Event programming has been expanded to eight days.

WHAT: 2021 overall theme: “Accelerating Innovation through Diversity.” Event highlights:

    • Daily themes: People and teams (11 January); industry sectors (13 January); science/ technology (15 January); design cycle (19 January); perspectives (21 January).
    • Featuring 2,500 technical papers – five similar papers grouped at once for a 75-minute presentation; 25 concurrent technical sessions each day.
    • Key events/speakers:
      • Opening plenary remarks Monday, 11 January, from Eileen Drake, CEO and President of Aerojet Rocketdyne.
      • Pamela Melroy (Colonel, USAF, Ret.), former NASA astronaut/Space Shuttle Commander, and Steven Walker, vice president and chief technology officer for Lockheed Martin, addressing emerging technologies Friday, 15 January.
      • 2021 AIAA Durand Lecture for Public Service Award will be presented to David W. Thompson, retired, President and CEO of Orbital ATK, Inc. Thompson will deliver his lecture, “The History and Prospects of Commercial Space Activity,” Tuesday, 12 January.
      • “How do you design faster?” Challenge – Five teams of young professionals (each from a large company) work together to develop an idea or a service to address the challenge. Each team will give a 10-minute pitch and the audience votes. Participating companies each submitting five of their best young professionals: The Boeing Company, Ball Aerospace, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Lockheed Martin and NASA.
      • “Public Policy-Aerospace 2020: Where Have We Been and What to Expect” – featuring aerospace veteran journalists, Graham Warwick and Guy Norris, Thursday, 21 January.
      • Big announcement from NASA’s Science Mission Directorate

Media contact: Rebecca B. Gray, [email protected], 804.397.5270

About AIAA
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world’s largest aerospace technical society. With nearly 30,000 individual members from 91 countries, and 100 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia, and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space, and defense. For more information, visit aiaa.org, or follow AIAA on Twitter, Facebook, or LinkedIn.

Press Passes Available for 2022 AIAA AVIATION Forum

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June 16, 2022 – Reston, Va. – Registration is open for journalists around the world to attend the 2022 AIAA AVIATION Forum in Chicago and online. This year’s theme, “Challenging Times, Unique Opportunities,” gives us the opportunity to reset expectations, redefine roles, and accelerate change. Join us as we set the stage for the future and explore the next golden age of aviation.

Press pass options for in-person attendance or online coverage are available for credentialed media by request.

WHEN: 27 June–1 July 2022

WHERE: Hilton Chicago. With in-person attendance, you’ll also receive full online access to the 2022 AIAA AVIATION Forum event platform.

WHAT: Overall theme: “Challenging Times, Unique Opportunities.” Daily themes: State of the Industry (27 June); Addressing Supply Chain Challenges (28 June); Engineering for Safety (29 June); Environmental Sustainability (30 June); Future of the Industry (1 July).

The five-day forum program will feature over 1,000 technical presentations and an extensive lineup of aviation leaders and innovators as speakers, panelists, and presenters. Read more about the program and speakers. The technical program will include presentations and papers on the latest innovations spanning 20+ aviation and aeronautics research topics, including fluid dynamics, applied aerodynamics, air transportation systems, thermophysics and heat transfer, multidisciplinary design optimization, and many s topics.

More than 25 companies and organizations will be on display in the Exposition Hall on 28–30 June. In addition, attendees can hear more on industry trends and compelling research in the heart of the Exposition Hall at the Innovation Stage @ the HUB. From digital aerospace and cybersecurity, to sustainability, to advanced air mobility, these short talks and interviews will be unique experiences that give attendees even more insight.

HEALTH and SAFETY: AIAA continues to prioritize attendee health and safety as we return to in-person events. After careful consideration, we have decided to keep our existing guidelines in place for the 2022 AIAA AVIATION Forum. Please note that the requirements can change at any time, and we will communicate them to all registered participants.

CONTACT: Rebecca B. Gray, [email protected], 804-397-5270 cell

About AIAA
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world’s largest aerospace technical society. With nearly 30,000 individual members from 91 countries, and 100 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia, and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space, and defense. For more information, visit aiaa.org, and follow AIAA on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Press Passes Available for 2022 AIAA SciTech Forum: “Enabling Sustainability Through Aerospace Technology”

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December 7, 2021 – Reston, Va. – Registration is open for journalists around the world to attend the 2022 AIAA SciTech Forum in San Diego, the world’s largest event for aerospace research, development, and technology. Every year, this is the place where the industry gathers; the event sets the tone for the year. Press pass options for in-person attendance or online coverage are available for credentialed media by request.

WHEN:
3–7 January 2022
WHERE:
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego. With in-person attendance, you’ll also receive full online access to the 2022 AIAA SciTech Forum event platform.
WHAT:

Overall theme: “Enabling Sustainability Through Aerospace Technology.” The event will explore the science, technologies, and policies that are shaping our industry’s future and enabling sustainability. Read more about the program and speakers.

Daily themes: Socioeconomic Sustainability (3 January); Workforce Sustainability (4 January); Sustainability Through Diversification (5 January); Operational Futures for Air and Space (6 January); The Environment (7 January).

The monumental technical program includes nearly 3,000 technical presentations on the latest innovations spanning 60 aerospace research topics, including aeroacoustics, fluid dynamics, applied aerodynamics, aircraft design, spacecraft structures, electric propulsion, and guidance, navigation, and control.

HEALTH and SAFETY:
AIAA continues to prioritize attendee health and safety as we return to in-person events. We are using guidance from federal, state, and local health departments; event health and security experts; and many others while continuing to monitor and evaluate the current landscape and recommended safety precautions for the 2022 AIAA SciTech Forum.
CONTACT:
Rebecca B. Gray, [email protected], 804-397-5270 cell
ABOUT AIAA:
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world’s largest aerospace technical society. With nearly 30,000 individual members from 91 countries, and 100 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia, and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space, and defense. For more information, visit aiaa.org, and follow AIAA on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Press Passes Available for 2023 ASCEND

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August 29, 2023 – Reston, Va. – Registration is open for journalists around the world to attend 2023 ASCEND, 23–25 October, Caesars Forum, Las Vegas. A Press Pass for in-person attendance is available for credentialed media by request. A Press Pass provides access to all MACRO, META, MICRO, and SPECIAL sessions, along with nearly 300 technical paper and collaborative sessions, and access to the exhibits and activities in the Expo Hall. An onsite Media Center will be available with power and work stations.

WHEN: 23–25 October 2023
WHERE: Caesars Forum, Las Vegas
WHAT: Overall theme: “Building a Sustainable Off-World Future Through Collaboration.” Powered by AIAA, 2023 ASCEND will dedicate three days to sharing broad, bold ideas and perspectives as the nexus for addressing the most important opportunities and challenges that come with increased activity in space today. Read more about the three-day program and prominent speakers from across the international, civil, commercial, and national security space sectors. Confirmed speakers include:

  • Stavros Anthony, Lieutenant Governor, State of Nevada
  • Amy Avjean, Senior Vice President and Third Party Space Liability Leader, Marsh
  • A.C. Charania, Chief Technologist, NASA
  • Kelvin Coleman, Associate Administrator for Commercial Space Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
  • Kam Ghaffarian, CEO and Founder, IBX, and Executive Chairman, Axiom Space
  • Mike Gold, Chief Growth Officer, Redwire
  • Peter Gräf, Director for Applications & Science, DLR
  • John M. Grunsfeld, Endless Frontier Associates, LLC; former NASA Associate Administrator, Science Mission Directorate, and former NASA astronaut
  • Max Haot, CEO, Vast
  • The Honorable Steven J. Isakowitz, President and Chief Executive Officer, The Aerospace Corporation
  • Janet Kavandi, President and Chief Science Officer, Sierra Space
  • Jay Kim, Chairman and CEO, Boryung
  • Col. Richard Kniseley, Senior Materiel Leader, Commercial Space Office Lead, U.S. Space Force
  • Sandra Magnus, Chief Engineer for the Traffic Coordination System for Space, Office of Space Commerce, Department of Commerce, and former NASA astronaut
  • Col. Pamela Melroy, USAF (Ret.), Deputy Administrator, NASA
  • Tim Morton, Director, Global Design, Husqvarna
  • Daniel Neuenschwander, Director for Human and Robotic Exploration, ESA
  • Nelson Pedreiro, Vice President, Advanced Technology Center, Lockheed Martin Space
  • Kay Sears, Vice President and General Manager, Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems, Boeing Defense, Space & Security
  • Bill Weber, CEO, Firefly Space
  • George T. Whitesides, Partner, Convective Capital, and former CEO, Virgin Galactic
ELIGIBILITY: Eligible
Reporters, editors, writers, news photographers, and online media, who work for a publication, news service, broadcast outlet, or news site that is regularly issued and published primarily for the dissemination of news.Ineligible
Marketing/advertising, sales, art directors, managers, publishers, analysts, consultants, and other non-editorial professionals of media organizations are NOT eligible for press credentials.
CONTACT: Rebecca Gray, [email protected], 804-397-5270 cell

 

About AIAA
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world’s largest aerospace technical society. With nearly 30,000 individual members from 91 countries, and 100 corporate members, AIAA brings together industry, academia, and government to advance engineering and science in aviation, space, and defense. For more information, visit aiaa.org, and follow AIAA on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.