AIAA Cape Canaveral Section

10/27/2026

Just a friendly reminder that our Lunch & Learn event is TODAY! 🥳

Join us for the AIAA Cape Canaveral Section Fall Lunch & Learn!

📅 October 27 | 12:00–1:00 PM ET | 💻 Via Zoom

Is Version Management All There Is To Configuration? An Aerospace Perspective

Hear from speakers Adriana D’Souza and Aleksander Przybylo as they explore why configuration management in aerospace and defense goes beyond version control in today’s digital engineering landscape.

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4s5tazjf

10/19/2026

AIAA Cape Canaveral Section members and fellow aerospace enthusiasts! 🚀

The AIAA Central Florida Section is hosting a Featured Speaker event on October 28th featuring Dr. Xiao Ren, Principal Account Manager at Converge Science.

Dr. Ren will present recent applications of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) across liquid, hybrid, and solid rocket propulsion systems.

Interested in learning more? Check it out and join our fellow AIAA members for this exciting technical presentation!

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003249852234?aff=oddtdtcreator

Attend Virtually: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/92221413744

10/12/2026

Join us for the AIAA Cape Canaveral Section Fall Lunch & Learn!

📅 October 27 | 12:00–1:00 PM ET | 💻 Via Zoom

Is Version Management All There Is To Configuration? An Aerospace Perspective

Hear from speakers Adriana D’Souza and Aleksander Przybylo as they explore why configuration management in aerospace and defense goes beyond version control in today’s digital engineering landscape.

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4s5tazjf

10/01/2026

Congratulations to the AIAA Class of 2027 Associate Fellows! 🚀✈️

The Cape Canaveral Section is incredibly proud to celebrate Ebenezer P. Gnanamanickam, Scott M. Martin, and Mark A. Ricklick on their selection as 2027 AIAA Associate Fellows!

🌟 Ebenezer P. Gnanamanickam
Recognized for outstanding contributions to understanding and controlling turbulent flows, as well as developing experimental facilities and measurement techniques for aerospace research and education.

🌟 Scott M. Martin
Recognized for his contributions to turbulent combustion modeling for CFD and the design of combustion hardware for over 30 years.

🌟 Mark A. Ricklick
Recognized for his contributions to thermal management in jet propulsion and energy systems through teaching, research, and service to the aerospace community.

This prestigious distinction recognizes AIAA members who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of aeronautics and astronautics. We are especially proud to see three members of our own section among this year’s honorees!

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to all of the newly elected Associate Fellows across AIAA. 🎉

Congratulations to the entire Class of 2027!

09/29/2026

Introducing the AIAA Cape Canaveral Section Mentorship Program!

Looking to share your experience or gain guidance as you build your career in aerospace? Whether you’re an experienced professional interested in serving as a mentor or a student/young professional looking for a mentor, we’d love to have you participate!

Connect with fellow AIAA members based on shared interests, career goals, and experience. Build a self-paced mentorship relationship that works for you.

Interested in participating? Sign up using the Google Form Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFYmFpGdLb4ZYfjgK95oAPwgUM9F0YbDZd4956TrhT3Vdz-w/viewform

Help us strengthen connections and build our aerospace community here on the Space Coast!

09/01/2026

The AIAA Cape Canaveral Section is proud to promote the 3rd Space Visions Symposium hosted by the Canaveral Council of Technical Societies (CCTS), and we encourage our members and the broader Space Coast community to support this important event.

The 3rd Space Visions Symposium isn't another conference talking about what's next in space — it's where the cape leader, engineers, and organizations building it are working through the specifics: launch pad expansion, launch operations, in-space construction and transportation, spacecraft servicing, sustained-operations logistics, food production and crew wellbeing.

Keynote speaker Jim Thomas (Karman Line, U.S. Space Force Historical Foundation) opens with "From the Cape to Cosmos — Settlement Begins on the Ground."

A panel featuring Space Florida CEO Rob Long and Former Port Canaveral Commissioner Robyn Hattaway tackles the Space Coast's role in what comes next in terms of ground-based infrastucture.

And technical papers from Sidus Space, NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Arcfield, Northrop Grumman, Florida Institute of Technology, and more dig into the real engineering questions: satellite maneuverability, lunar water resources, thermal protection systems, and what it takes to keep people alive and healthy off-world.

Symposium:
📍 Space Coast Health Foundation, Rockledge, FL
🗓️ Friday, September 11 | 8am – 5:30pm

🥂 Welcome Reception hosted by Defense Innovation Networking Group (D!NG)
📍 Sands Space History Center
🗓️ Thursday, September 10 | 5pm - 7pm

Register: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/visions-symposium-registration-2026/items

09/01/2026

The AIAA Cape Canaveral Section is proud to promote the 3rd Space Visions Symposium hosted by the Canaveral Council of Technical Societies (CCTS), and we encourage our members and the broader Space Coast community to support this important event.

Kick off the Space Visions Symposium on the evening of Thursday, Sept. 10 with meaningful networking at the iconic Sands Space History Center. Join fellow leaders from government, industry, academia, and the space community for cocktails, small plates, and engaging conversation in a unique setting that celebrates America’s . Whether you’re reconnecting with colleagues or forging new partnerships, this reception provides the perfect opportunity to build relationships before the symposium begins.

This year’s Welcome Reception is generously hosted by the Defense Innovation Networking Group (D!NG) and will follow a special tour of the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.

Traveling from the Midwest, D!NG is helping build a stronger commercial and innovation bridge between the Midwest defense ecosystem and Florida’s . Through collaborative education, workforce development, knowledge sharing, and strategic partnerships, D!NG accelerates innovation that strengthens our nation’s defense and aerospace industrial base.

The Welcome Reception is FREE to attend. You do not have to be a Symposium attendee to attend the reception – all are welcome! However, you must RSVP for the Reception via the Space Visions Symposium registration portal.

RSVP for the Reception and/or register for the Symposium here: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/visions-symposium-registration-2026/items

08/23/2026

The AIAA Cape Canaveral Section is honored and incredibly proud to share this year’s section award recognitions!

Presented by AIAA National, these awards reflect the hard work, dedication, and involvement of our members, volunteers, student branches, and leadership throughout the year.

🥈 Outstanding Section Award – Second Place
🥇 Outstanding Activity Award – First Place
🥉 Membership Award – Third Place — Dr. Erik Swenson
🥇 Young Professional Activity Award – First Place — Jaxon Strank
🥇 Public Policy Award – First Place — Amir Yahyaeian
🥉 Section-Student Branch Partnership Award – Third Place — Many
🥉 STEM K-12 Award – Third Place — Melissa Sleeper

A huge congratulations to all of this year’s award recipients, and a sincere thank you to everyone who volunteered, participated, and helped make these accomplishments possible. It’s an honor to be part of such an engaged and dedicated community! We’re excited to build on this momentum and continue creating meaningful opportunities for our members.

07/06/2026

Volunteer Opportunity at the Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum!

The AIAA Cape Canaveral Section is excited to share a fun volunteer opportunity with our members!

If you've been looking for a hands-on way to support our local aviation community, consider volunteering at the Warbird Museum by helping wash and care for the museum's historic aircraft. It's a great way to spend time around these incredible airplanes, meet fellow aviation enthusiasts, and help preserve aviation history.

Volunteers are welcome any day of the week. To get involved, contact Fred Brown or Chris Drew at the museum during the weekdays (Wednesdays are typically the best day to reach them). You can also contact the AIAA Cape Canaveral Section Volunteer Coordinator, Kendra Mobley, at [email protected] for additional information, volunteer coordination, or questions about getting involved.

Whether you're a longtime volunteer or looking for your first opportunity to get involved, we'd love to see our AIAA Cape Canaveral members lend a hand. Come out, have some fun, and help keep these historic aircraft shining!

06/26/2026

Calling all AIAA Cape Canaveral Section members!

The Valiant Air Command is looking for volunteers to help with its July 4th celebration and Titusville Independence Day Parade, commemorating America's 250th birthday.

Volunteer opportunities include:
• Helping decorate and support the parade float
• Walking alongside the float during the parade
• Assisting with museum activities throughout the day
• Greeting visitors and answering questions about aircraft
• Helping with food service, bake sale, cake, simulator activities, and other family-friendly events

Date: Saturday, July 4
Time: Volunteer opportunities begin as early as 7:00 AM (parade prep), with museum activities running from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Even a few hours of your time would make a difference.

This is a great opportunity to support one of our local aerospace and aviation partners while helping the community celebrate Independence Day.

If you're interested or available to help, please reply to this post expressing interest to get connected with the volunteer coordinator. Thank you for considering supporting this event!