American Institute of Aeronautics &
Astronautics Central Florida Section
Monthly council meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 5:00pm. Meetings may be held in person or virtually, but we always have a call-in available.
All members are welcome, if you want to attend, volunteer or learn more about the section, please contact us at info@aiaacentralflorida.org for the latest meeting link.
This 1.5-hour presentation reviews historic earthly distinctions between exploring and pioneering before applying these distinctions to destinations in space. Although a case can be made for human and robotic exploration in space, there is as yet no compelling rationale for "putting down roots" to pioneer anywhere off Earth. Why then is the surface of Mars widely accepted as humanity's future "home away from home" to the extent some 200,000 people are willing to attempt forming a permanent colony there? There is no evidence suggesting humans can survive on the surface of Mars long-term, let alone thrive there to produce viable offspring.
SECME Glider Competition
Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:30am – 12:00pm
Saturday, February 15th, AIAA member volunteers are needed at 6:30 am at the UCF Student Union. You'll be helping to run the glider competition: setting up the course, doing check-ins, measuring/judging flights, and guiding people for safety. It's always a fun event with competitors enjoying a mixed bag of success and learning experiences.
Monthly council meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 5:00pm. Meetings may be held in person or virtually, but we always have a call-in available.
All members are welcome, if you want to attend, volunteer or learn more about the section, please contact us at info@aiaacentralflorida.org for the latest meeting link.
Mr. Michael Generale is a seasoned professional with over thirty years of experience in the Aerospace industry. He was intimately involved in developing and operating aerospace vehicles with the United States Air Force and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
