It's a couple weeks since we closed the doors on the Space 2007 Conference. The program was excellent, attendance was great, Education Alley wonderful, speakers were exceptional! Once again, the biggest "complaint" was that there was too much too do, too many Panels and sessions to attend.
Thanks to Boeing for their great support in sponsoring the conference and doing so much of the work to get things ready. Roger Krone's entire Boaeing team, led by Steve Trejo were great. Thanks also to Aersopace Corp for their support with the technical c-chairs. I won't try to name everyone - there are hundreds of folks involved.
Thanks also to Karen, Jean, Lisa and the AIAA staff on-site and back at the office that made this event go so smoothly - and do 25 other conferences each year.
Well done!
Bob
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
When Did You Know?
When did you know you wanted to work in aerospace? It’s a question we all can answer – some with a specific “moment” or event and some with a gradual realization that this is what we wanted to do. AIAA is going to be asking that question – OK, I’m jumping the gun on the “rollout” of the campaign that will happen at Space 2007 – and we hope to hear from aerospace professionals of all ages and all segments of the community.
But, the reason I’m bringing it up on the Space 2007 blog is that many of our key speakers are going to include their answer to “When did you know?” in their remarks, including Dr. Bill Ballhaus, Gen Kevin Chilton, Dr. Charles Elachi , Dr. Mike Griffin and Gen Mike Hamel. Although I’ve known these folks for many years, they were all already “in” the profession when met. I’m sure I’ll be fascinated, and surprised, by “when” they knew.
As an old television show used to say, “There are 8 million stories… and this has been one of them.” Over the next couple of years AIAA members will hear lots of them – starting at Space 2007!! Join in the fun – and post your own “When did you know” on this blog site!
But, the reason I’m bringing it up on the Space 2007 blog is that many of our key speakers are going to include their answer to “When did you know?” in their remarks, including Dr. Bill Ballhaus, Gen Kevin Chilton, Dr. Charles Elachi , Dr. Mike Griffin and Gen Mike Hamel. Although I’ve known these folks for many years, they were all already “in” the profession when met. I’m sure I’ll be fascinated, and surprised, by “when” they knew.
As an old television show used to say, “There are 8 million stories… and this has been one of them.” Over the next couple of years AIAA members will hear lots of them – starting at Space 2007!! Join in the fun – and post your own “When did you know” on this blog site!
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Is a breakthrough in space transportation in our (near) future?
Tony Williams just completed filling our panel for this year's "Revolutionary Changes in Space Transportation" session. We started this theme last year, with several folks who are pretty "seasoned" in trying to revolutionize space transportation - including Pete Worden and Gary Payton, as well as representatives from industry, NASA and FAA that are also directly engaged.
This year we're going to look at the challenges from a more entrepreneurial and innovative perspective. Panelists will include Buzz Aldrin, Jim Bensen, Stuart Witt (Mojave Spaceport) and Doug Comstock (NASA Innovative Partnerships).
We had a lot of fun last year, a standing-room only crowd, and a very participative audience. As anyone knows who has heard any of these folks speak about the future of space transportation, we're in for another lively couple of hours - and I expect they will prompt every bit as much audience discussion as last year.
Come join us: Session 44-STSA-8, 10:00-12:00, 19 September
This year we're going to look at the challenges from a more entrepreneurial and innovative perspective. Panelists will include Buzz Aldrin, Jim Bensen, Stuart Witt (Mojave Spaceport) and Doug Comstock (NASA Innovative Partnerships).
We had a lot of fun last year, a standing-room only crowd, and a very participative audience. As anyone knows who has heard any of these folks speak about the future of space transportation, we're in for another lively couple of hours - and I expect they will prompt every bit as much audience discussion as last year.
Come join us: Session 44-STSA-8, 10:00-12:00, 19 September
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Space 2007 Shaping Up Very Well
Space 2007 Shaping Up Very Well
Having been involved in the planning of many conferences, I have never seen one coming together as nicely as Space 2007. Since we embarked on this journey last July with the development of the call for papers, each step taken has achieved its purpose.
The collaboration between the executive co-chairs, Roger Krone, Lt. Gen. Mike Hamel and Dr. Charles Elachi in support of Space 2007 has provided a great nucleus of talent and resources to build this conference program. Add to the mix, The Aerospace Corporation and you can see why I am so excited about this event.
Our call for papers attracted an outstanding collection of technical papers/authors which our track chairs have organized into a comprehensive technical program. The program includes many “embedded” panels and “hybrid” sessions where paper presentations and panel discussions combine to provide the session attendees a truly unique experience.
Great lineup of luncheon speakers over the three days starting with the distinguished Dr. William Ballhaus, followed by the visionary Dr. Mike Griffin and closing with dynamic General Kevin Chilton. I challenge anybody to find an aerospace conference that offers a better lineup of luncheon speakers.
The Plenary Panels assembled take a back seat to no one. List is too long to run through, but Jason Andrews, Brewster Shaw, Ed Morris, John Douglass, Jeff Greason, Todd May, Andrea Seastrand, Gen. Tom Moorman, Lt. Gen. Gene Tattini, Debra Facktor Lepore, Lt. Gen. George Muellner, Pete Worden, Michael Gass, Dr. Scott Horowitz, Elon Musk and Burt Rutan are some of the folks who have committed to participate.
Our future in space is an important subject. With the AF 60th anniversary this year and the NASA 50th next year, it causes one to reflect on the past, but we must look to the future and I firmly believe we have assembled the right collection of individuals that can help provide focus and opportunity to resolve barriers to the future and enable space development to be the success the country needs in order to maintain our leadership position.
Steve Trejo
Program Chair
Space 2007
Having been involved in the planning of many conferences, I have never seen one coming together as nicely as Space 2007. Since we embarked on this journey last July with the development of the call for papers, each step taken has achieved its purpose.
The collaboration between the executive co-chairs, Roger Krone, Lt. Gen. Mike Hamel and Dr. Charles Elachi in support of Space 2007 has provided a great nucleus of talent and resources to build this conference program. Add to the mix, The Aerospace Corporation and you can see why I am so excited about this event.
Our call for papers attracted an outstanding collection of technical papers/authors which our track chairs have organized into a comprehensive technical program. The program includes many “embedded” panels and “hybrid” sessions where paper presentations and panel discussions combine to provide the session attendees a truly unique experience.
Great lineup of luncheon speakers over the three days starting with the distinguished Dr. William Ballhaus, followed by the visionary Dr. Mike Griffin and closing with dynamic General Kevin Chilton. I challenge anybody to find an aerospace conference that offers a better lineup of luncheon speakers.
The Plenary Panels assembled take a back seat to no one. List is too long to run through, but Jason Andrews, Brewster Shaw, Ed Morris, John Douglass, Jeff Greason, Todd May, Andrea Seastrand, Gen. Tom Moorman, Lt. Gen. Gene Tattini, Debra Facktor Lepore, Lt. Gen. George Muellner, Pete Worden, Michael Gass, Dr. Scott Horowitz, Elon Musk and Burt Rutan are some of the folks who have committed to participate.
Our future in space is an important subject. With the AF 60th anniversary this year and the NASA 50th next year, it causes one to reflect on the past, but we must look to the future and I firmly believe we have assembled the right collection of individuals that can help provide focus and opportunity to resolve barriers to the future and enable space development to be the success the country needs in order to maintain our leadership position.
Steve Trejo
Program Chair
Space 2007
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Topics to Blog About...
Please feel free to blog about anything regarding the SPACE 2007 conference. Some suggested topics include:
Technical Topics:
Space Systems
Human and Robotic Exploration
Space Transportation/Space Access
Military Space
Space Science
Space Policy
Space Economics
Enabling Technologies and Workforce Development
Local Flavor
Attractions
Food&Drinks
Weather
News
Committee News
Sponsor News
Exhibit News
Student News
Special Events
Awards Luncheon
Young Professionals Networking Reception
William H. Pickering Lecture
Technical Topics:
Space Systems
Human and Robotic Exploration
Space Transportation/Space Access
Military Space
Space Science
Space Policy
Space Economics
Enabling Technologies and Workforce Development
Local Flavor
Attractions
Food&Drinks
Weather
News
Committee News
Sponsor News
Exhibit News
Student News
Special Events
Awards Luncheon
Young Professionals Networking Reception
William H. Pickering Lecture
Welcome to the SPACE 2007 Blog
This year's conference is shaping up very well. We have an impressive line up of keynote speakers, technical sessions, and a special forum all in the beautiful Long Beach, California! For more detailed information on the conference, please visit our AIAA SPACE 2007 events page. You'll find a wealth of information on the program and the location.
We're really looking forward to seeing you at the conference! Don't forget to share your experiences in this blog!
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