Reasons to Attend
AIAA SciTech Forum is where the aerospace community gathers to exchange ideas, make meaningful connections, and explore what’s next.
The Forum at a Glance
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Why Attend
From groundbreaking research to new connections and a buzzing Expo Hall filled with the latest technologies, the forum offers something for everyone. Here are 5 reasons why you won’t want to miss.
Aerospace R&D's Broadest Technical Program
3,000+ technical presentations. 600+ technical sessions. 60+ disciplines. Countless opportunities to explore the latest developments in the areas of aerospace that matter most to you. Technical disciplines include:
- Aerodynamic Measurement Technology
- Applied Aerodynamics
- Electric Propulsion
- Fluid Dynamics
- Guidance, Navigation, and Control
- Intelligent Systems
- Liquid Propulsion
- Pressure Gain Combustion
- Propellants and Combustion
- Thermophysics
Make the Connections that Matter
Connect with 6,000 attendees from 46 countries, from senior government leaders and industry professionals to leading researchers and academics. Exchange ideas, build relationships, and expand your network. See our 2026 recap for a closer look at who you can expect to meet at the forum.
Advance Your Research and Career
Put your work in front of the aerospace community, receive valuable feedback from experts and peers, strengthen your professional profile, and gain visibility for your research.
Hear from the Leaders Shaping Aerospace
Hear bold perspectives from leaders across industry, government, and academia through compelling keynotes and panels on the biggest issues shaping aerospace.
Speakers Include:
- Tim Costa, NVIDIA
- Kerri Phillips, Hanwha Defense USA
- Will Roper, Istari Digital
- Brig. Gen. Douglas P. Wickert, USAF, Commander, Air Force Research Laboratory, Air Force Materiel Command, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Discover What's Next in the Expo Hall
Explore the latest aerospace technologies and innovations from 100+ exhibitors, with even more joining in the months ahead. See the 2027 floor plan and who’s going to be there this January.
See What the Forum Has to Offer
Explore on-demand sessions from last year’s event and get a firsthand look at the conversations that define the forum.
Peggy Whitson, Astronaut and Vice President of Human Space Flight at Axiom Space, Opens the 2026 Forum
Arbi Karapetian, Director of Innovation and Technology at Formula 1, Explores Why Adaptability Is Essential to Success
Jonathan Arenberg, Fellow and Chief Mission Architect for Science and Robotic Exploration at Northrop Grumman, Shares the Latest on the James Webb Space Telescope
Jason Levin, Senior Vice President of Engineering for Air Dominance and Strike at Anduril Industries, Discusses Anduril’s Vision for the Future
Ready to Experience the 2027 Forum?
Join us at AIAA SciTech Forum 2027 and be part of the community shaping what comes next.
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