For more than 65 years, the American Institute of Aeronautics
and Astronautics (AIAA) has been the principal society of
aerospace engineers and scientists. Officially formed in 1963
through a merger of the American Rocket Society (ARS) and the
Institute of Aerospace Sciences (IAS), AIAA's purpose is, "to
advance the arts, sciences, and technology of aeronautics and
astronautics, and to promote the professionalism of those engaged
in these pursuits".
The Institute continues to be the principal voice, information
resource, and publisher for aerospace engineers, scientists,
managers, policymakers, students, and educators. Many prominent
corporations and governments worldwide rely on AIAA as a
stimulator of professional accomplishment in all areas related to
aerospace. Current publications include six journals, two
magazines, more than 40 standards, plus an increasing number of
electronic products, and an ever growing Web site. AIAA has
published more than 350 books and 250,000 technical papers.
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