Next week. March 12–13. Washington, DC.
The full program for the AAS Goddard Space Science Symposium is LIVE! You won’t want to miss the conversations happening at the National Housing Center.
See the agenda. Meet the speakers. Be in the room.
astronautical.org/goddard
🚀 The 2026 AAS Goddard Space Science Symposium lands March 12-13 in D.C. at the National Housing Center! Explore keynotes, panels, and networking. Celebrate 100 years since Dr. Goddard’s rocket launch.
See the schedule & register: astronautical.org/goddard #SpaceScience #AAS2026
A special moment at the 48th Annual Rocky Mountain AAS GN&C Conference as we proudly presented Tim Crain, part of the 2025 Class of AAS Fellows, with the AAS Fellow plaque. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition and your outstanding contributions to the space community.
Big news! Chris Scolese, Director of NRO, will speak at the 2026 AAS Goddard Space Science Symposium! 💫 Join us March 12 & 13 in D.C. Register now at astronautical.org/goddard! #Goddard2026 #SpaceScience #EarthScience #STEM
The 2026 AAS Goddard Space Science Symposium is back again! 🚀
Join us on March 12 & 13 at the National Housing Center in Washington, D.C., to discuss "Advancing an Integrated Space Enterprise" and the latest developments in the space industry.
Visit: https://astronautical.org/events/goddard/
The American Astronautical Society is pleased to announce the 2025 AAS Awards recipients, recognizing exceptional leadership and achievement across the aerospace industry.
Congratulations to all the honorees!
Read more here: https://astronautical.org/2026/01/22/2025-aas-award-winners-announced/
Happy New Year from the American Astronautical Society! 💫
Get ready for an exciting year full of AAS events, connection, and collaboration. 2026 is already taking shape!
We are excited to announce the results of our 2025 At Large Directors election! Join us in welcoming our new and returning directors for the 2026-2028 term. 💫
Read more about the election here: https://astronautical.org/2025/12/16/aas-board-of-directors-at-large-directors-election-results/
Announcing the 2025 AAS Fellows 💫
Congratulations to Ossama Abdelkhalik, Tim Crain, Belinda Marchand, Jay McMahon, Shane Ross, and Jim Woodburn for their exemplary service and leadership in the space community.
Read more: https://astronautical.org/2025/12/18/2025-class-of-aas-fellows-announced/
AAS congratulates Jared Isaacman on his confirmation as the 15th Administrator of NASA. We look forward to continued collaboration in advancing space for all!
💫 Read more: https://astronautical.org/2025/12/17/aas-congratulates-jared-isaacman-on-confirmation-as-nasa-administrator/
#AAS #NASA
AAS is seeking a publishing partner for our technical conference proceedings.
We are looking for high-quality production, broad distribution, and strong digital accessibility.
Interested? Let’s talk: https://astronautical.org/dev/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AAS_Publications_PublisherRFP_Dec2025.pdf
It’s #GivingTuesday and we need your support!
Help AAS elevate space research, opportunities, and future leaders with your gift today.
Give today and make a difference in the future of space. 💫
Donate here: astronautical.org/donate
New deadline! Nominate your colleagues for AAS Awards and Fellows by Nov 7.
🔗 astronautical.org/awards/criteria
Former NASA Administrators Charlie Bolden and Jim Bridenstine sat down at the AAS von Braun Symposium for a candid conversation about space policy, leadership, and the future of Artemis.
Link in bio for the article and full video on this discussion. 💫
Time is running out for student teams! 💫
Applications for the CanSat 2026 Competition are due Monday, Nov. 3. Don’t miss this chance to gain real-world engineering experience. Your aerospace adventure starts here!
#CanSat2026
What does it take to lead NASA?
At Igniting Innovation: The von Braun Space Exploration Symposium, Charles Bolden and Jim Bridenstine will share their insights on managing challenges and driving progress in space exploration.
Join us next week!
Oct. 27–29 | Huntsville, AL
🔗 astronautical.org/vbs
We’re thrilled to welcome astronaut Michael López-Alegria to Igniting Innovation: The von Braun Space Exploration Symposium, happening next week in Huntsville!
Join leaders and visionaries shaping the next chapter of space exploration.
📅 Oct. 27–29 | Huntsville, AL
🔗 astronautical.org/vbs
We’re one week away from liftoff! 🚀
The von Braun Space Exploration Symposium kicks off Oct. 27–29 in Huntsville, AL.
Even with the government shutdown, we’re moving forward as planned.
Join top space leaders and innovators shaping the future of exploration.
🔗 astronautical.org/vbs
Even with the current government shutdown, the von Braun Space Exploration Symposium is still happening as planned.
We’re monitoring the situation closely and will share updates if anything changes.
📅 Oct 27–29 | Huntsville, AL
🔗 astronautical.org/vonbraun
Exciting news! Christian Davenport, Washington Post journalist and author of Rocket Dreams, is speaking at the 2025 von Braun Space Exploration Symposium! 🚀
After his talk on Oct. 27, stop by the Student Services Building to meet Christian and get your copy of Rocket Dreams signed!
💫 Calling all student innovators! Applications for #CanSat2026 close Nov 3. Build, launch, and compete 💫
Find out more: https://astronautical.org/events/cansat/
✨ Pass on the praise! Nominate your colleagues and peers for AAS Awards & Fellows today. Nominations are open through October 31.
Recognize excellence in the aerospace industry → astronautical.org/awards/criteria
Four weeks until #VBSES2025 in Huntsville.
Program is live—plan your sessions and register.
Students: poster contest deadline is Friday, Oct 3.
Visit: https://astronautical.org/events/vbs/
#IgnitingInnovation #SpaceExploration
CanSat 2025 brought the energy! 📷 Check out the full gallery of behind-the-scenes brilliance: astronautical.org/events/cansa...
🎥 More highlights are on the way — stay tuned!
What’s something your team will never forget from this year? Tell us below! 🚀
#CanSat2025 #AASCompetition
What an amazing evening. So honored to help to recognize White Flight, Gene Kranz. Thanks to @SpaceCenterHou and @NASA_Johnson for the collaboration to make it such a fantastic event. #space
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Space Center Houston for the AAS Lifetime Achievement Award Ceremony honoring Gene Kranz. 🌟
From heartfelt speeches to moving tributes, it was truly a night to remember.
View photos from the evening at astronautical.org/lifetime-photos. Stay tuned for more!
“Failure is not an option.”
Gene Kranz defined Mission Control during NASA’s most critical moments.
On May 15, AAS honors his legacy with a Lifetime Achievement Award at Space Center Houston.
🎟️ bit.ly/AASLifetime
#GeneKranz #AASLifetime #SpaceHistory #NASA #MissionControl
🚀 Applications are open for the 2025 Future Space Leaders Grant!
Open to U.S. grad students & young pros pursuing space/satellite careers. Attend IAC 2025 in Sydney + career workshops (starts Sept 24).
Deadline: May 15, 2025
🌐 www.futurespaceleaders.org
“Failure is not an option.”
Celebrate Gene Kranz’s iconic legacy with AAS on May 15 in Houston. 🎖 Space is limited — RSVP today! 🎟 bit.ly/AASLifetime
#NASA #Apollo #AAS
On May 15, the AAS Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to the iconic Gene Kranz at Space Center Houston. Tickets are available—secure your spot now for an evening of inspiration! ✨
Get tickets: astronautical.org/events/lifetime-achievement-award-ceremony/
#GeneKranz #AASAward #SpaceHeroes
