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About IAC
The International Astronautical Congress (IAC) is the world’s largest and most influential global space conference.
Organized annually by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF), the Congress brings together:
- Governments and policymakers
- Space agencies
- Industry leaders and entrepreneurs
- Researchers and academics
- Startups and investors
- Astronauts
- Students and young professionals
Each year, the IAC provides a platform for the global space community to exchange ideas, present research, forge partnerships, and advance international cooperation.
Congress Highlights
- Members and Ministers of Parliament Meeting
- Global Space Leaders’ Summit
- Artemis Accords Signatories Meeting
- United Nations Workshop
- Business-to-business matchmaking
- Global space careers fair
- Student and young professional programs
- Technical tours
- Public Day featuring astronauts, STEM activities, and hands-on space experiences
Our Expectations
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RESEARCH PAPERS
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COUNTRIES
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DELEGATES
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PUBLIC DAY ATTENDEES
About AIAA
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) is the world’s largest aerospace professional society and a founding member of the International Astronautical Federation.
For nearly a century, AIAA has brought together industry, academia, and government to advance aerospace science, engineering, and technology.
AIAA by the Numbers
- 33,000 members across 91 countries
- 100+ corporate members
- 215,000+ technical papers
- 71 technical committees
- Eight peer-reviewed journals
- Nearly 100 years of aerospace leadership
AIAA has extensive experience delivering world-class technical conferences and exhibitions and has successfully hosted six previous International Astronautical Congresses in the United States, including Houston in 2002 and Washington, D.C. in 2019.
Together with our partners, we are proud to bid to host the 80th International Astronautical Congress in Houston, Texas.
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