July 2006 AIAA Newsletter


New Aerospace America Roundtable

Aerospace America held an experts roundtable discussion on the Berry Amendment and Buy American provisions of the Defense Department Authorization Bill. Watch the video now; look for the article in the September edition.


Attend AIAA Technical Conferences for FREE by Registering for a Short Course

Register for any one of AIAA's short courses in conjunction with our technical conferences and you'll attend the conference sessions at no charge. Sign up today!


Coming Soon: Free Standards for AIAA Members

Beginning in October, AIAA members will be able to download e-versions of AIAA standards at no charge. Check out our growing library of aerospace standards in structural design, CFD, wind tunnel testing, and much more.


Inventory Reduction Sale on Conference Proceedings

Save up to 50% off selected print AIAA conference proceedings. Quantities are limited. Order today.


Call for Board of Directors Nominations

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Early Bird Registration Deadline is Quickly Approaching

The early bird registration deadline for the AIAA Guidance Navigation, and Control Conference and Exhibit and collocated events is just weeks away. Register before 24 July to receive $100 off the regular registration fee.


Don't Forget to Register

You still have time to save $100 off the regular registration fee for the 11th AIAA/ISSMO Multidisciplinary Analysis and Optimization Conference, 6-8 September, in Portsmouth, VA.


Space 2006: A Must-Attend Event

Register now for Space 2006 – the deadline is 19 August. Don't miss this conference focused on "The Value Proposition for Space: Security, Discovery, Prosperity," 19-21 September, in San Jose.


Exciting Special Events at ATIO 2006

Space is limited; don't miss your chance to take part in one of the four technical site tours featured at ATIO 2006, 25-27 September. Please register for the conference prior to requesting a site tour.


Upcoming STEM Congressional Reception

Join AIAA at a Congressional Reception focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) on 12 July from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.


AIAA White Paper Supports Investment in Unmanned Aircraft Systems within NOAA

AIAA issued a white paper to the Senate Subcommittee for Commerce, Science and Transportation outlining the need for Congress to fully support an Alaskan operating base for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) starting in FY2007.


Call for Award Nominations

AIAA is currently accepting nominations for awards that recognize achievement and significant contributions in many technical disciplines. Nominations must be submitted to AIAA no later than 1 October.


Welcome Three New Corporate Members

AIAA welcomes new corporate members Aurora Flight Sciences, Innovative Scientific Solutions, Inc., and Red Canyon Software. Check the growing list of corporate members.


Make Key Connections Through the AIAA Career Center

AIAA is pleased to provide members with a Career Center – the most comprehensive career and recruiting site for the aerospace industry. Find the ideal job or candidate with extensive resume and position databases.


Help AIAA – Update Your Membership Record

Have you checked your member record recently? If not, please go to "MY AIAA," log in, and make sure your address, company name, title, professional interests, and primary business codes are up to date.


Renewal Notice Confusion Alert

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