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22
May
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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22
May
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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22
May
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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22
May
Branch Event
RAF Halton Trenchard Museum Visit followed by a Social Event
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21
May
Branch Event
Glouc & Chelt Branch
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21
May
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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21
May
Branch Event
Sheffield Branch
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21
May
Branch Event
Museum of Flight, Seattle
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21
May
Conference
This conference aims to examine how recent changes in legislation, together with recent and future innovation in aircraft design, will impact on airworthiness and maintenance and, in particular, the role of the aircraft maintenance engineer.
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20
May
Society Event
The Society invites Apprentices and their employers to join them for this informative networking seminar to better understand the importance of membership organisations and how we can support your career and professional development.
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16
May
Branch Event
Composite Technology Transfer - Benefits for Aerospace
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16
May
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch AGM Followed by "A Walk around the Heritage Trail at the Yeovil Site"
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16
May
HQ Lecture
This lecture will be given by Richard Knott, a highly acclaimed author and researcher on 20th century history. All Raes Lectures are free to attend and open to both RAeS members and non members.
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15
May
Society Event
The Royal Aeronautical Society Annual Banquet is a key social and networking event attracting 500 - 600 guests drawn from all sectors of the aerospace industry, services and aviation.
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15
May
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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15
May
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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14
May
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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14
May
Branch Event
FARNBOROUGH BRANCH
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14
May
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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14
May
Branch Event
RAeS Stevenage Branch Annual General Meeting Followed by Tour of EADS Astrium (Stevenage), 14th May, 17:30
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9
May
Named Lecture
Established in 1963, this Named Lecture is run alternately with Cranfield. It honours Sir Frederick Handley Page CBE, HonFRAeS, in recognition of his many contributions to aviation, and in particular to safety and reliability in air transportation. After WW2 he was instrumental in setting up the College of Aeronautics at Cranfield, where he was a Governor up to the time of his death.
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9
May
Named Lecture
The Ann Welch Lecture was established in 2006 to honour the life and work of one of the most outstanding personalities in aviation. Her achievements in gliding, and in pioneering hang gliding and microlighting in the UK, together with writing about all aspects of aviation that affect general aviation pilots, and encouraging young people into flying, has been an inspiration to many.
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8
May
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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8
May
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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8
May
Conference
Culture is a term that nearly everyone uses, but few can agree upon its precise meaning, or how it can be measured. There are an abundance of definitions in social science literature … which taken together do suggest two sub-divisions. The first comprises the beliefs, attitudes and values (often unspoken) of an organization’s membership. The second is the more concrete structures, practices, controls and policies of an organization.
This conference is all about exploring current Culture e
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30
Apr
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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30
Apr
HQ Lecture
Contemporary RAF rotorcraft operations can be very challenging; with the need for personnel to be regularly deployed on front line operations in inhospitable environments. Female RAF personnel play a full and active role’ in day-to-day base operations and on overseas ‘front line’ deployments; in their various and important roles’ as flight crew, engineers, medics, etc.
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26
Apr
Society Event
The Ballantyne is the Society's annual event for young people aged 14-18 year-olds and is open to schools, youth groups and individuals accompanied by an adult. This year's theme is Apprenticeships vs University routes into aerospace and aviation.
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25
Apr
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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24
Apr
Branch Event
Dublin Branch
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23
Apr
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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23
Apr
Branch Event
Lecture in French and English
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23
Apr
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Cardiff Branch
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Glouc & Cheltenham Branch
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Belfast Branch
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Washington DC Branch:
"Foreign ownership of Airlines":
A discussion with Siim Kallas, Vice-President of the European Commission for Transport
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Young Members' Lecture Competition
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Leslie Bedford Lecture and Dinner: Changing the Economics of Space by Professor Sir Martin Sweeting FRS FREng
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18
Apr
Corporate Partner Event
A summary of how the low cost carrier has led a revolution in the airline industry and how it plans to tackle the challenges and changes ahead.
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18
Apr
Conference
In every industry occasionally disruptive technologies will be introduced which cause a complete paradigm shift, for example, the impact of introducing of digital mobile telephones on the communications industry. The aim of this UK Eyes Only Classified 1-day conference is to consider potential disruptive technologies, at both system and sub-system level, for the weapons industry which may be reasonably fielded from 2030 onwards.
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17
Apr
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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17
Apr
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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16
Apr
Branch Event
Sheffield Branch
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16
Apr
Branch Event
FARNBOROUGH BRANCH
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16
Apr
Branch Event
The RAeS Manchester Branch AGM and Mini Lecture Competition (Prize £100)
Tuesday 16 April at 6pm for 6.30pm at the Museum of Science and Industry. Meet in the Aerospace Hall.
Free car parking entry from Water Street entrance
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15
Apr
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch Lecture preceeded by AGM & SGM
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Cyprus Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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11
Apr
HQ Lecture
This lecture will be given by Peter Coombs an Inspector of accidents since 1972.
The lecture will trace the story of aircraft accident investigation in the UK from the setting up of the Public Safety and Accidents Investigation Committee of the Royal Aero Club in 1912 to the present day.
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Solent Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Solent Branch: Peter Garrod, Honorary Commodore, the AIr Transport Auxilliary Association
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Derby Branch AGM
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10
Apr
Branch Event
A coach trip to Brooklands Museum, a treasure trove of aviation and motoring history.
Please note departure time and details TBA
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9
Apr
Branch Event
Paris Branch
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9
Apr
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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8
Apr
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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8
Apr
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch Event
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3
Apr
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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28
Mar
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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28
Mar
Branch Event
RAeS Stevenage Branch Young Person’s Lecture Competition, 28th March, 17:00.
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27
Mar
Branch Event
Dublin Branch
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26
Mar
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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26
Mar
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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25
Mar
Branch Event
Brisbane Branch
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21
Mar
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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21
Mar
Branch Event
Montreal Branch
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21
Mar
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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21
Mar
Conference
This one day Conference will aim to present a view on what is being considered on optimising airport capacity and to discuss the benefits and challenges in a multi-stakeholder forum.
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20
Mar
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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20
Mar
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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20
Mar
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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20
Mar
Named Lecture
Chadwick 2013 Lecture and Dinner
The Shackleton Story - WR963, The Great Avro Shackleton Survivor
By John Cubberly & Ian Harding of the Shackleton Association. The lecture, which is free for all, will be followed by the Chadwick Dinner. The event is due to be held on Wednesday 20th March at 7pm at The Deanwater Hotel, Wilmslow Road, Woodford, SK7 1RJ. Register for the dinner with Allan Shimminn -
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20
Mar
Named Lecture
We regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled.
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19
Mar
Branch Event
Glouc & Chelt Branch
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19
Mar
Corporate Partner Event
We regret to inform you that the Corporate Partner Briefing by Steve Revell of Rapiscan Systems has been cancelled.
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19
Mar
Conference
How we can ensure that Aircraft Commanders will be suitably trained and fit for purpose in the 21st Century? This Flight Operations Group Conference follows on from the 2012 event and will focus on monitoring practices and procedures to identify future Captains.
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15
Mar
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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15
Mar
Society Event
Calling all aviation enthusiasts to take part in AeroChallenge 2013....Could you answer questions on topics such as Space Flight, Airport Operations or the Red Arrows? Then you could shine at the next AeroChallenge, the annual aeronautical quiz organised by the Young Persons Committee of the Royal Aeronautical Society.
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Washington DC Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Cardiff Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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14
Mar
HQ Lecture
Airbus and Boeing are jointly presenting this lecture on dealing with stall requirements, predictive validation and flight testing. They will address areas where their two approaches share common ground as well as exploring area where they differ on technical approaches.
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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12
Mar
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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12
Mar
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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12
Mar
Branch Event
Adelaide Branch
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11
Mar
Named Lecture
Prestwick Branch
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11
Mar
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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7
Mar
Branch Event
Solent Branch: Colin Smith CBE, Director Engineering & Technology, Rolls-Royce plc.
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7
Mar
Named Lecture
Solent Branch: Colin Smith CBE, Director Engineering & Technology, Rolls-Royce plc.
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6
Mar
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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6
Mar
Branch Event
Preston Lecture
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5
Mar
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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5
Mar
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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5
Mar
Named Lecture
The Stewart Lecture was established in 1969 to honour the life and work of Air Vice Marshal W K Stewart CB CBE AFC BSc MB ChB MRCP, who joined the staff of the RAF Physiology Laboratory in 1940 and commanded the RAF Institute of Aviation Medicine (which the RAF Physiological Laboratory became) from 1947 until his death in 1967.
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5
Mar
Branch Event
Adelaide Branch
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5
Mar
Conference
The 2012 Aerospace Medicine Symposium aims to provide an overview of the current and future developments in enhancing human performance in aviation.
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4
Mar
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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28
Feb
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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28
Feb
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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28
Feb
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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26
Feb
Branch Event
Sheffield Branch
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26
Feb
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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26
Feb
Branch Event
Paris Branch
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21
Feb
Branch Event
Cardiff Branch
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21
Feb
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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21
Feb
Society Event
The 58th Henson & Stringfellow Dinner and Lecture hosted by the Yeovil Branch
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21
Feb
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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20
Feb
Branch Event
Dublin Branch
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20
Feb
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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20
Feb
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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19
Feb
Branch Event
Glouc & Chelt Branch
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19
Feb
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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19
Feb
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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19
Feb
Branch Event
Seattle Branch
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19
Feb
Branch Event
Paris Branch
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19
Feb
Corporate Partner Event
In this briefing entitled 'Carrier Operations in the 21st Century', the Rear Admiral Fleet Air Arm explains how the future Carriers will increase the UK's influence around the world in peace and in crisis.
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Solent Branch: Phil Taylor, Principal Inspector of Air Accidents, Air Accidents Investigation Branch
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
Dr Darren Ansell, CEng, MIET. Space and Aerospace Engineering Lead, School of Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) Wednesday 13 February 2013 at 5pm at the George Begg Building, Sackville Street.University of Manchester.
This presentation will give an overview of how avionic systems are evolving to benefit from autonomous and intelligent systems technology. The benefits in terms of human workload, responsiveness, safety and
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12
Feb
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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12
Feb
HQ Lecture
The Rotron 294cc is where it all began - first used during Mission Everest, the ultimate test of reliability and performance, this rotary engine powered Gilo Cardozo and TV adventurer Bear Grylls to break all existing paramotor altitude records and to look down on the summit of Mount Everest.
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12
Feb
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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11
Feb
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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11
Feb
HQ Lecture
This presentation will consist of approximately 50 images of British unmanned aircraft from 1917 to the present day. From attempts at destroying Zeppelins in World War I, through unmanned target glider trials, to powered “Queen” aircraft, such as Queen Wasp, Fairey Queen and Queen Bee, in the lead-up to World War II.
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7
Feb
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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7
Feb
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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7
Feb
HQ Lecture
Due to the popularity of this lecture, this lecture is now fully booked. If you have not pre-registered to attend, you will not be allowed into the lecture. If you would like to put your name on the waiting list, please contact the conference & events department on 020 7670 4345 or email conference@aerosociety.com
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6
Feb
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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6
Feb
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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5
Feb
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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4
Feb
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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31
Jan
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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31
Jan
Corporate Partner Event
A half day seminar looking at key projects and topics covering both civil and military aerospace.
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30
Jan
Branch Event
Solent Branch: Dr Jenny Cane, Aerodynamics Engineer, Vestas Wind Systems
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29
Jan
Branch Event
Sheffield Branch
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29
Jan
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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24
Jan
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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24
Jan
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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24
Jan
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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23
Jan
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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21
Jan
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
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21
Jan
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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17
Jan
Branch Event
Cardiff Branch
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17
Jan
Branch Event
British Antarctic Survey - Polar Aircraft Operations
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16
Jan
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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16
Jan
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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16
Jan
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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16
Jan
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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15
Jan
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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15
Jan
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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10
Jan
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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10
Jan
Branch Event
Solent Branch: Commodore Rick Thompson OBE MA CEng MRAeS
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20
Dec
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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20
Dec
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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18
Dec
Branch Event
Glouc & Chelt Branch
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18
Dec
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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18
Dec
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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18
Dec
Society Event
The programme will be an introduction from our host insurer (QBE), followed by a presentation of the scheme by the Chairman of the Air Law Group and then a talk by Sir David Steel (formerly a Judge of the Commercial Court) and then drinks and light refreshments.
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13
Dec
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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13
Dec
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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13
Dec
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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13
Dec
Named Lecture
Tony Parasida, Corporate Senior Vice President, The Boeing Company, will provide an insider's view on new approaches to through life sustainment in his lecture entitled 'From Afterthought to Afterburner: The Power of 21st Century Sustainment'.
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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11
Dec
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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11
Dec
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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11
Dec
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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11
Dec
Branch Event
Yeovilton Branch
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11
Dec
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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11
Dec
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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10
Dec
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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6
Dec
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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5
Dec
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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5
Dec
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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5
Dec
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
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4
Dec
Branch Event
Paris Branch
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3
Dec
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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29
Nov
Branch Event
Under the umbrella of the Advisory Council for Aviation Research and Innovation in Europe (ACARE) the member states, the European Commission, industry, research establishments, and academia have joined forces to conceptualise the future of aviation. In an attempt to reconcile future industrial competitiveness with environmental issues and sustainability, the key challenges have been presented in the Flightpath 2050, Europe’s Vision for Aviation. One important requirement is to intensify atmosphe
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29
Nov
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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29
Nov
Branch Event
Montreal Branch
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28
Nov
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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28
Nov
Conference
The aim of this conference is to bring together developers, researchers, academics and users of simulation technology to share understanding and to appreciate the potential benefits these new technologies can bring across the broad spectrum of simulation.
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27
Nov
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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26
Nov
HQ Lecture
The lecture will be proceeded by a book signing, where uniquely, all three authors will be available to sign copies and answer questions.
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23
Nov
Conference
Join us for the 2012 Young Persons Conference to network and engage with your peers across the industry. The programme will be available shortly.
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22
Nov
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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22
Nov
HQ Lecture
This Flight Test Group lecture will be delivered by Paul Mulcahy from the CAA. Further information will be available shortly.
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22
Nov
HQ Lecture
Join us for the 2013 Young Persons Lecture and Awards Evening. The lecture is free to attend and open to all.
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22
Nov
Conference
It is with regret that we have made the decision to postpone the Aerospace Manufacturing Conference.
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21
Nov
Branch Event
Solent Branch: As the RAF’s first Remotely Piloted Air System Squadron, 39 Squadron faced significant challenges in setting up. Wg Cdr Jeffrey OBE, who was the OC of 39 Squadron, looks at those challenges and at the 39 Squadron Mission, as well as some examples of operations and achievements. He also illustrates the capabilities of the UK Reaper: demonstrating how it ‘Saves Lives and Makes a Difference’.
Murray Theatre open at 19:00 for 19:30 start.
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21
Nov
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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21
Nov
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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21
Nov
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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21
Nov
Conference
This conference aims to indicate the potential advantages, such as lower environmental impact, and the technical challenges of open rotor propulsion from both and aircraft and engine perspective.
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21
Nov
Corporate Partner Event
We regret to inform you that, following the recent ministerial reshuffle, we have had to cancel the Corporate Partner Briefing on 'Growth in Civil Aerospace' which was due to be given by Mark Prisk MP and Marcus Bryson.
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20
Nov
Branch Event
Glouc & Chelt Branch
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20
Nov
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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20
Nov
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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20
Nov
HQ Lecture
Col Andrew Cash, Commander Aviation 16 Air Assault Brigade and Attack Helicopter Force will give this Air Power Group Lecture.
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20
Nov
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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19
Nov
HQ Lecture
Save the date for this Human Powered Aircraft Lecture and more information will be available soon. All RAeS lectures are free to attend and we welcome both Members and Non-members.
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19
Nov
Society Event
The RAeS Aerospace & Aviation Book Fair will offer you the chance to browse and buy aviation books from a wide range of industry experts and exhibitors including the National Aerospace Library. This is a great chance to fill up those Christmas stockings!
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19
Nov
Conference
The 2012 conference will continue to provide insight into the utility of computer tools and newly available electronic equipment pertinent to design, address specific aerodynamic, structural and manufacturing issues of concern to the designer, and review business implications for entrepreneurs and SMEs.
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17
Nov
Branch Event
Seattle Branch
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16
Nov
HQ Lecture
Sold Out Lecture - Elon Musk, CEO and Chief Designer from SpaceX will present at the Royal Aeroanutical Society on Friday 16th November.
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Cardiff Branch
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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15
Nov
Corporate Partner Event
Future airports policy: an exploration of the dilemma facing the Government over how to ensure UK connectivity whilst also addressing the difficult issues to which aviation gives rise
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15
Nov
Conference
With economic pressures and ever diminishing budgets it is essential to maximise the cost effectiveness of Weapons and Weapon Systems.
Many processes and techniques of cost monitoring and estimating are well established.
This conference seeks to explore predictions of operational effectiveness and system performance are technically more complex, and require a greater emphasis on combinations of mathematical modelling, simulation and trials.
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
Brussels Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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13
Nov
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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13
Nov
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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13
Nov
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
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13
Nov
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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12
Nov
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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9
Nov
Society Event
The Society’s Aerospace & Aviation Careers Event aims to bring together our close links with the industry and those interested in a career in aerospace. This is a unique opportunity to meet potential employers at the only UK careers fair dedicated to the aerospace and aviation community.
Exhibitors from across the industry are available to answer your questions and give you information on their recruitment opportunities.
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8
Nov
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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8
Nov
Branch Event
Washington DC Branch
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8
Nov
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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8
Nov
HQ Lecture
This evening lecture, presented by the RAeS Historical Group will address the production of fully capable combat aviatiors, not just 'pilots'. The lecture will also focus on pre war training, the beginnings of refinement in 1916; Smith-Barry and the all through TDS Concept during 1917; the wholesale transfer to TDS's and the proliferation of specialised tactical/rol-related schools during 1918.
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7
Nov
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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7
Nov
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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7
Nov
Named Lecture
The Brabazon Lecture is held in honour of Lord Brabazon of Tara who became one of British aviation's true pioneers. The 2012 Lecture will be given by Mark King, President - Civil Aerospace, Rolls-Royce.
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6
Nov
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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6
Nov
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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5
Nov
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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2
Nov
Conference
This year’s Women in Aviation and Aerospace Conference moves from its usual central London location to Rolls-Royce's Sir Frank Whittle conference centre at its Bristol site where you'll be able to hear from a number of inspirational speakers and network with other like-minded people.
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31
Oct
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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30
Oct
Branch Event
Yeovilton Branch
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30
Oct
HQ Lecture
For over three years the Academy of Air and Space in France has considered the challenges for Air Transport to continue to meet the future global transport needs of people and goods. Alain Garcia will present the results of this work.
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30
Oct
Conference
This Conference is designed to provide information and guidance on the role of Human Factors as part of a Safety Management System, focusing on Fatigue Management tools (FRMS).
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29
Oct
HQ Lecture
Join us for the 2012 Young Persons Lecture and Awards Evening. The lecture is free to attend and will be on Reducing the Environmental Impact of Aviation.
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27
Oct
Branch Event
South African Division
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25
Oct
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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25
Oct
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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24
Oct
Branch Event
Solent Branch Lecture on the Rolls-Royce Lift System Powering the F35B Joint Strike Fighter presented by Jon Wandless, Chief Engineer, Lift Systems, Rolls Royce.
Nightingale Theatre open from 18:30 for 19:00 start.
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24
Oct
Conference
The Royal Aeronautical Society is hosting the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) Air Safety Conference. Don't miss this opportunity to understand the progress made within the UK military air domain and learn about best practice.
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23
Oct
Branch Event
Paris Branch
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23
Oct
HQ Lecture
This evening lecture will be given by Andy Garner, London 2012, Heathrow, BAA on the Heathrow's handling of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The lecture is free to attend and open to everyone although RSVP is appreciated.
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22
Oct
HQ Lecture
This Flight Operations Group Lecture will provide examples of new and emerging technologies that assist air accident investigators. The lecture is free to attend and open to everyone.
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18
Oct
Society Event
This October the RAeS is excited to bring you the Aero ‘Pub’ Quiz 2012- the perfect opportunity to relax and have a laugh with friends and colleagues, whilst showing off your general and aero knowledge! Come and challenge the 2011 winners and save the date today!
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18
Oct
Branch Event
Cardiff Branch
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18
Oct
Corporate Partner Event
Is there a future for the small facility in the airframe / engine MRO business?
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18
Oct
Branch Event
ANAF 2012
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17
Oct
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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17
Oct
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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17
Oct
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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17
Oct
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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17
Oct
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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16
Oct
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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16
Oct
Branch Event
Glouc & Chelt Branch
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16
Oct
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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16
Oct
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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16
Oct
Conference
The Annual Greener by Design Conference will focus on Biofuels for Aviation and how the aviation industry can overcome the barriers. Register now to gain a better understanding of the challenges.
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12
Oct
Branch Event
Brussels Branch
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11
Oct
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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11
Oct
Branch Event
Perth Branch
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11
Oct
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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11
Oct
HQ Lecture
This evening lecture will be given by Professor Robert Blackburn, Director, Institute of Contemporary British History, King's College London. The lecture is free to attend and open to everyone although RSVP is appreciated.
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10
Oct
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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10
Oct
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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10
Oct
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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10
Oct
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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10
Oct
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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10
Oct
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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9
Oct
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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9
Oct
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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9
Oct
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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9
Oct
Conference
The conference has a large number of contributions covering current research and thinking focused on the design and manufacture of future aircraft structures. The scope includes consideration of innovative forms and design scenarios required to sustain a growing industrial sector increasingly concerned with meeting the threats of climate change, changing aircraft usage, the impact of economic downturns and competitive pressures. Book now to avoid missing out.
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8
Oct
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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3
Oct
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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2
Oct
Branch Event
Washington DC Branch
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2
Oct
Named Lecture
Mr Dominique Maudet, will present the 2012 Cierva Lecture.The Lecture is named after Juan de la Cierva, FRAeS, an aeronautical engineer who pioneered rotary flight. In 1926 with the backing of the Weir brothers he formed the Cierva Autogiro Company and it was his development of rotor blade design and articulated rotor blades, which played a major role in the first successful helicopter in 1936.
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1
Oct
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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1
Oct
HQ Lecture
This Aerospace Medicine Group Lecture will be delivered by Dr Kevin Fong who is a doctor of medicine with a special interest in human space exploration and extreme environment physiology.
Further lecture details will be available shortly.
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26
Sep
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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26
Sep
HQ Lecture
The Capt Ray Jones Memorial Lecture commemorates the work of Ray Jones, a former Chairman of the Royal Aeronautical Society's Flight Simulation Group, who helped establish the now invaluable role of flight simulation in training. All RAeS Lectures are free to attend and open to both Members and Non Members.
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26
Sep
Corporate Partner Event
Is the aviation industry at risk of becoming complacent about safety? A perspective from Ken Smart, Former Chief Inspector of Air Accidents
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26
Sep
Conference
The Royal Aeronautical Society has been privileged to be asked to take forward aspects of flight crew training with the ultimate aim of improving safety. This 7th Annual Conference aims to to examine changes to the training paradigm itself, and how best to build on the broad scope of strategic work across all aspects of fixed-wing and rotary-wing flight crew training.
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25
Sep
Branch Event
Yeovilton Branch
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25
Sep
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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25
Sep
Society Event
The Royal Aeronautical Society is holding this Training Regulations Workshop prior to the 7th International Flight Crew Training Conference to look at the subject of harmonising international qualification rules for all types of FSTDs.
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Belfast Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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19
Sep
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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19
Sep
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
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19
Sep
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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19
Sep
Conference
This two day Conference will focus on the current application of UAS technology where existing organisations (military and civil) are finding innovative ways of augmenting their existing routine operations with UAS based operations. The challenge for these organisations is to answer the question; are these operations more dependable, effective and efficient as a consequence?
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18
Sep
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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18
Sep
Branch Event
Glouc & Chelt Branch
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18
Sep
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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18
Sep
Branch Event
Sheffield Branch
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18
Sep
Branch Event
Seattle Branch
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17
Sep
Branch Event
This Air Power Group evening lecture will be held at JSCSC, Shrivenham so attendees must register before 12 September. If travelling by car, please provide make/model, colour and registration number and bring photo ID with you.
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17
Sep
Branch Event
South African Division
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12
Sep
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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12
Sep
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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12
Sep
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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12
Sep
Branch Event
Brussels Branch
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11
Sep
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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11
Sep
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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10
Sep
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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10
Sep
Branch Event
Canberra Branch
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6
Sep
HQ Lecture
This Flight Test Lecture will present a review of the activities and processes necessary to select a new helicopter, call up a test plan and prove compliance to bring it to service. Places are limited so RSVP to guarantee your seat.
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6
Sep
Branch Event
South African Division
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3
Sep
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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3
Sep
HQ Lecture
This lecture, by Dr Charles Swithinbank, will look at aviation in the polar regions over the last sixty years. All lectures are free to attend and we welcome both RAeS Members and non Members.
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30
Aug
Branch Event
Perth Branch
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28
Aug
Branch Event
Yeovilton Branch
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16
Aug
Branch Event
South African Division
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14
Aug
Branch Event
Canberra Branch
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1
Aug
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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31
Jul
Branch Event
Adelaide Branch
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17
Jul
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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17
Jul
HQ Lecture
Matt Wallace will provide a look at the next Mars Rover, Curiosity. Curiosity is a car-sized vehicle launched out of Kennedy Space Center in November 2011 onboard the Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) spacecraft. If you missed this lecture, watch the video on the Aerospace Insight Blog
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17
Jul
Named Lecture
The Lanchester Lecture was set up to honour Frederick William Lanchester, HonFRAeS, Britain’s fi rst great aerodynamicist. He is best known for designing and building the first British petrol driven four wheeled motor car (in 1895) and for his work on the theory of flight and design of aircraft. Lanchester’s work on stability was fundamental to aviation and he formulated the first comprehensive theory of lift and drag.
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17
Jul
Conference
The Royal Aeronautical Society is proud to announce its Annual Applied Aerodynamics Research Conference between 17-19 July 2012 in Bristol.
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13
Jul
Society Event
The inaugural HPA Icarus Cup, taking place at dawn between 13-22 July at Lasham Gliding Society, will commemorate the 51st anniversary of Human Powered Flight at Lasham Airfield. The competition is designed to progress the sport from occasional records attempts into a viable activity and will feature a number of challenges, for which the successful team will be crowned the first ever winners of the Royal Aeronautical Society HPA Icarus Cup 2012.
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10
Jul
Society Event
A popular and glamorous reception at the Society's outstanding Mayfair venue taking place during the Farnborough Air Show week. Please note, attendance at this event is strictly by invitation.
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10
Jul
Society Event
This lecture will look at the importance of the aerospace and aviation industry and the benefits it brings to the UK. The talk will look into the skills issues and what is being done about the issues but also what more needs to be done, and how the RAeS is supporting with careers advice and STEM initiatives as well as professional development, registration and accreditation
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9
Jul
Society Event
The Royal Aeronautical Society Annual Air Law Group Committee’s Annual Summer Reception is scheduled to take place at 19.00 on Monday 9 July 2012. The reception will be preceded at 18.00 by a lecture delivered by Professor Brian F. Havel, Keeley Visiting Fellow, Wadham College, University of Oxford; Distinguished Research Professor of Law and Director, International Aviation Law Institute, DePaul University College of Law, Chicago, USA.
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9
Jul
HQ Lecture
Professor Brian F. Havel will discuss how, ironically in an era of increased airline liberalization, the legal agreements, informal standards, and international bodies that coordinate transnational activity in the aviation sector may be inadequate for a world with many more influential State and industry players and increasingly unilateral priorities for aviation policy.
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7
Jul
Society Event
The Royal International Air Tattoo is organised by the RAF Charitable Trust Enterprises and will take place on 7th & 8th July 2012 at RAF Fairford. Come and see the RAeS there!
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5
Jul
Named Lecture
The Amy Johnson Lecture was established in 2011 by the Royal Aeronautical Society’s Women in Aviation and Aerospace Committee to honour a century of women in flight. The Lecture is traditionally held on or close to the 6th July to mark the date in 1929 when Amy Johnson received her pilot’s licence. All RAeS Lectures are free to attend and open to both Members and Non Members. More details about this lecture will be available shortly.
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3
Jul
HQ Lecture
This General Aviation Group Lecture will show how the market for light aircraft fits into the world economy.
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2
Jul
Branch Event
This annual Defence lecture has been organised by the Professional Engineering Institutions (RAeS, IET, IMechE, IMarEst, SOE) and is free to attend and open to all.
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28
Jun
Branch Event
Dublin Branch
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28
Jun
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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26
Jun
Branch Event
Sheffield Branch
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26
Jun
Conference
The Society will explore the nature and implications of the recent White Paper for aerospace research, future business competiveness, export capacity and international partnerships. It will outline possible solutions and strategies for survival.
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25
Jun
Corporate Partner Event
A Corporate Partner Briefing on aerospace and defence economics
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25
Jun
Society Event
On 25th June 2012 the Society will hold a General Meeting/Special General Meeting for the membership to agree the proposed new By-Laws and Royal Charter.
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21
Jun
Branch Event
Perth Branch
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21
Jun
Named Lecture
This RAeS Named Lecture was established in 1990 to honour Sir Thomas Sopwith CBE, Hon FRAeS. In the years prior to World War I, Sopwith became England’s premier aviator and established the first authoritative test pilot school in the world. He also founded England’s first major flight school. Between 1912 and 1920 Sopwith’s Company produced over 16,000 aircraft of 60 types.
The 2012 Lecture will be given by Richard Thompson, Chief Executive, Airbus Military UK
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21
Jun
Conference
The South East of England is facing a airport capacity crisis and the decline of its global hub at Heathrow, with wider national economic consequences. This free to attend Debate will enable all the major stakeholders to debate the key issues to finding a resolution.
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20
Jun
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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20
Jun
Society Event
An enjoyable day out for golfers of all levels, the Royal Aeronautical Society Golf Day is ideal for networking in a relaxed and informal setting.
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19
Jun
Conference
The Space Tourism industry is open for business. And not just to a handful of the world’s wealthiest people. Companies developing commercial and re-usable space vehicles such as XCOR, Virgin Galactic, Blue Origin and Armadillo are attracting massive publicity with operations of sub-orbital space flights soon to commence.
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14
Jun
Branch Event
BWC Branch lecture
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14
Jun
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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13
Jun
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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12
Jun
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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12
Jun
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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12
Jun
Conference
In the current time of Austerity, what approaches to weapon systems and technologies can meet the challenges? Within the funding constraints, can we ensure the capability to meet existing commitments whilst looking forwards to Future Force 2020? The event will showcase the processes and methods available and provide case studies to illustrate their application.
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6
Jun
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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30
May
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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30
May
Named Lecture
The Edwin A Link lecture was established in 2007 to honour Edwin A Link, the distinguished pioneer of synthetic training. In this lecture Wg Cdr Eastment will take a personal journey through the past 50 years of flight simulation, concentrating on its contribution to flight safety and operational effectiveness and its vital role in today's training.
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29
May
Conference
This joint Rotorcraft and Flight Simulation Group Conference will therefore evaluate the requirements for civil helicopter mission training profiles, including complex situations and emergencies, together with aspects of simulation based training such as visual systems, motion and vibration, interactive entity and agency control, and communications.
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28
May
Branch Event
Sheffield Branch
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24
May
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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24
May
HQ Lecture
On 8 April 2012 the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) introduced new rules and regulations for civil flight testing within Europe which have had, and will have, a major impact on flight test practitioners and the companies which conduct civil flight test activity within Europe. Steve will summarise the new EASA rules for European Flight Testing and detail the challenges faced by ETPS in meeting the flight test training requirements.
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22
May
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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22
May
HQ Lecture
This Flight Operations Group lecture will focus on BALPA's on-going assessment of aviation safety risks. All RAeS Lectures are free to attend and open to both Members and Non Members so RSVP online now.
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17
May
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch
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16
May
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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16
May
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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16
May
Society Event
The Royal Aeronautical Society Annual Banquet is a key social and networking event attracting 400-500 guests drawn from all sectors of the aerospace community.
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16
May
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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16
May
Branch Event
Brussels Branch
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15
May
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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15
May
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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15
May
Branch Event
Seattle Branch
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15
May
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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9
May
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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9
May
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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9
May
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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8
May
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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8
May
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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8
May
HQ Lecture
This General Aviation Group Lecture will be delivered by Capt Tony Irwin of Seawind Europe and will give a brief history of water flying and the various types of water aircraft.
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2
May
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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30
Apr
Corporate Partner Event
A look at the UK's Cyber Security Strategy - "Protecting and promoting the UK in a digital world" - outlining both the risks and opportunities for business and individuals
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28
Apr
HQ Lecture
The lecture 'In Orbit' will be given by ESA astronaut Paolo Nespoli. The event is taking place as part of the 2012 Mission X educational initiative. If you would like to attend please RSVP to Rosalind.Azouzi@aerosociety.com tel + 44 (0) 20 7670 4325.
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26
Apr
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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26
Apr
Branch Event
Glouc & Cheltenham Branch
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26
Apr
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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25
Apr
Branch Event
Solent Branch
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25
Apr
Named Lecture
There will be industry professionals speaking on the day, free aptitude testing from GAPAN and a chance to take part in workshops and activities.
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24
Apr
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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24
Apr
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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24
Apr
HQ Lecture
Bristow SAR aircrew Chris Bond and John McIntyre will take the audience on a journey through the history of Bristow Helicopters in Civilian Search And Rescue. Drawing on their own personal experiences as well as anecdotes from present and former colleagues they will start back in the early 1960s at Manston, Kent, the first civilian SAR base in the UK. The presentation will then continue through the Northern and Western Isles of Scotland, the oilfields of the East Shetland Basin and the busy ship
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23
Apr
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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19
Apr
Branch Event
Birmingham Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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19
Apr
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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18
Apr
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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18
Apr
Corporate Partner Event
An update on Joint Strike Fighter from both the industry and the customer perspectives.
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17
Apr
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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12
Apr
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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12
Apr
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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11
Apr
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Canberra Branch
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10
Apr
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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5
Apr
Branch Event
Belfast Branch
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4
Apr
Branch Event
Washington DC Branch
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29
Mar
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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29
Mar
Corporate Partner Event
A Corporate Partner Briefing on current and future UAS operations to be given by speakers from the RAF Air Warfare Centre and Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems
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28
Mar
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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28
Mar
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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27
Mar
Branch Event
Sheffield Branch
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27
Mar
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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22
Mar
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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22
Mar
HQ Lecture
This Historical Group lecture, presented by Dr Michael Pryce, Research Fellow, Manchester Business School will take a detailed look at the history of the P1154 prior to the projects cancellation in February 1965.
All RAeS Lectures are free to attend and open to both Members and Non Members. To register please contact the Conference & Events team on +44 (0)20 7670 4345 or email conference@aerosociety.com
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21
Mar
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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21
Mar
Branch Event
Gloucester & Cheltenham Branch
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21
Mar
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
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21
Mar
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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21
Mar
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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21
Mar
HQ Lecture
Unfortunately due to speaker commitments, this lecture has now been postponed until further notice. We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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20
Mar
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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20
Mar
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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20
Mar
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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20
Mar
Conference
How we can ensure that Aircraft Commanders will be suitably trained and fit for purpose in the 21st Century? This Flight Operations Group Conference will explore the necessary training procedures, regulations and approaches that need to be addressed. Book before 31 January 2012 to benefit from £100 early bird discount.
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15
Mar
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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15
Mar
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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15
Mar
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Canberra Branch
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14
Mar
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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13
Mar
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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12
Mar
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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12
Mar
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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8
Mar
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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8
Mar
HQ Lecture
This lecture will focus on the important role RAF Fylingdales plays within the US Space Surveillance Network.
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7
Mar
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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7
Mar
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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7
Mar
Branch Event
Brussels Branch
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6
Mar
Branch Event
Dublin Branch
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6
Mar
Branch Event
Solent Branch
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6
Mar
Named Lecture
Established in 1963, this Named Lecture is run alternately with Cranfield. It honours Sir Frederick Handley Page CBE, HonFRAeS, in recognition of his many contributions to aviation, and in particular to safety and reliability in air transportation. After WW2 he was instrumental in setting up the College of Aeronautics at Cranfield, where he was a Governor up to the time of his death.
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6
Mar
Named Lecture
The Stewart Lecture was established in 1969 to honour the life and work of Air Vice Marshal W K Stewart CB CBE AFC BSc MB ChB MRCP.
The 2012 Stewart Lecture will be delivered by Dr Nigel Dowdall and focus on 'Cabin Crew - What Does it Take?
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6
Mar
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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6
Mar
Conference
The 2012 Symposium will focus on the Movement of Patients by Air. Attending this Conference will contribute to your Continued Professional Development.
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1
Mar
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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29
Feb
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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28
Feb
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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28
Feb
Named Lecture
This lecture commemorates Charles Lindbergh, who was the first pilot to fly solo non-stop flight across the Atlantic Ocean. The 2012 Lecture will be hosted by the RAeS Paris Branch and the Air Museum and will be given in french.
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28
Feb
Branch Event
Paris Branch
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28
Feb
Corporate Partner Event
We regret to advise that the Corporate Partner Briefing by the Minister for Business & Enterprise has been postponed due to circumstances outside of our control. The website will be updated as soon as we have a new date confirmed.
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24
Feb
Society Event
AeroChallenge is an annual aeronautical quiz organised by the Young Persons Board of the Royal Aeronautical Society.
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23
Feb
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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23
Feb
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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23
Feb
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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23
Feb
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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22
Feb
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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22
Feb
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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22
Feb
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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22
Feb
HQ Lecture
This lecture has now been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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22
Feb
HQ Lecture
This evening lecture is presented by the RAeS Historical Group and will focus on London's Aircraft Manufacturers. For further information, please contact the RAeS Conference & Events team on +44 (0)20 7670 4345 or by emailing conference@aerosociety.com
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22
Feb
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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21
Feb
Branch Event
Seattle Branch
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21
Feb
HQ Lecture
This lecture will see former British Test Pilot Wg Cdr Clive Rustin talk about his 55 years of flying experience in over 160 different aircraft types.
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16
Feb
Branch Event
Belfast Branch
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16
Feb
Branch Event
Birmingham Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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16
Feb
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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16
Feb
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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15
Feb
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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15
Feb
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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15
Feb
Branch Event
Brussels Branch
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15
Feb
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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15
Feb
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
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15
Feb
Conference
The conference, presented jointly by IATA and the RAeS, will present the main elements of ITQI in detail and will explain how the results from each element are being incorporated in relevant regulations and guidance material.
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14
Feb
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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14
Feb
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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14
Feb
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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14
Feb
Branch Event
Canberra Branch
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13
Feb
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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9
Feb
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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8
Feb
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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8
Feb
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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8
Feb
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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8
Feb
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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8
Feb
Branch Event
Solent Branch
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7
Feb
Branch Event
Loughborough University
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7
Feb
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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7
Feb
Conference
This one day conference will seek to address the latest topics within composite impact and damage tolerance
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1
Feb
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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31
Jan
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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31
Jan
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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26
Jan
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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26
Jan
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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26
Jan
HQ Lecture
In October 2003 China became the third nation to launch humans into space - Yang Liwei is now immortalised as the first Taikonauit. Just eight years later, on 29 September 2011, the Tiangong-1 space station was placed in orbit to be visited by Chinese astronauts over the next two years. On the 26th January 2012, Karl Berquist will present on China’s expanding Space programme.
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26
Jan
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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26
Jan
Branch Event
Munich Branch
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25
Jan
Corporate Partner Event
A half day seminar looking at key projects and topics in civil and military aerospace for the year ahead.
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24
Jan
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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23
Jan
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
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19
Jan
Branch Event
Cardiff Branch
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19
Jan
Branch Event
BWC Branch
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19
Jan
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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18
Jan
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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18
Jan
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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17
Jan
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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17
Jan
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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17
Jan
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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17
Jan
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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16
Jan
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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12
Jan
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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12
Jan
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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12
Jan
HQ Lecture
Due to unforeseen circumstances this lecture has now been postponed and will be rescheduled later on in the year. An alternative Weapon Systems lecture will now be given by Richard Govan OBE, DSTL Maritime Analysis on Air Attack at Sea from the Receiving End.
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12
Jan
HQ Lecture
Richard Govan OBE – DSTL Maritime Analysis will give a lecture drawing on personal experience and first-hand accounts of the impact of enemy fire on Surface Vessels during the Falklands campaign.
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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11
Jan
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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10
Jan
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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10
Jan
Branch Event
You are invited to attend a lecture on 'Human Factors and Safety', hosted by the Royal Aeronautical Society - UAE (RAeS). The lecture forms part of RAeS's professional development programme and is open to everyone involved in aviation in the UAE.
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10
Jan
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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9
Jan
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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15
Dec
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch
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14
Dec
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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14
Dec
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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14
Dec
Branch Event
Bedford Branch
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14
Dec
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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14
Dec
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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14
Dec
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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14
Dec
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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13
Dec
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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13
Dec
Branch Event
Paris Branch
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12
Dec
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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8
Dec
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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8
Dec
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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8
Dec
Branch Event
Montreal Branch
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8
Dec
Named Lecture
The 100th Wilbur and Orville Wright Lecture will be given by Capt Suzanna Darcy-Hennemann, Chief Pilot and Director of Training, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. In November 2005 Capt Darcy-Hennemann served as project pilot leader when the 777-200LR set a world record for distance travelled nonstop by a commercial jetliner.
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7
Dec
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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7
Dec
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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7
Dec
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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7
Dec
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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7
Dec
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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6
Dec
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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6
Dec
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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1
Dec
Branch Event
Munich Branch
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30
Nov
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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30
Nov
Corporate Partner Event
Service Entry of the A380 and the Improved Efficiency of LHR's Operation
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28
Nov
HQ Lecture
The inaugural Young Members’ Lecture invites you to hear talks from Young Members. The event will also celebrate young people’s achievements through the presentation of Young Persons’ Awards and Centennial Scholarships. It will appeal to both young people and industry figures looking to meet the bright stars of the future and offers an excellent networking opportunity.
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24
Nov
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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24
Nov
HQ Lecture
This lecture will delve into the internal politics that were rife within Whitehall during the Allied Forces bombing of Germany throughout 1939-1945.
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24
Nov
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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24
Nov
Conference
This conference will focus on future operational needs, force structure or system concepts, targeting and weapon effects aligned to Future Force 2020.
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23
Nov
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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23
Nov
HQ Lecture
This Debate celebrates 50 years of the RAeS Air Law Group and will focus on "Who has benefitted more from the development of Air Law in the last 50 Years: Passengers or Carriers?"
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21
Nov
Society Event
The RAeS Aerospace & Aviation Book Fair will offer you the chance to browse and buy from a wide range of industry experts and exhibitors including the National Aerospace Library.
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21
Nov
Conference
The conference will provide insight into the utility of computer tools and newly available electronic test equipment, address specific aerodynamic, structural and manufacturing issues of concern to the designer, and review business implications for SMEs.
Amateur and professional aircraft designers, University students and lecturers, and past General Aviation Group conference attendees would benefit from attending this conference.
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18
Nov
Society Event
The RAeS Careers Fair is the ideal opportunity to discover the opportunities that the aerospace industry has to offer you and meet with potential employers.
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17
Nov
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch
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17
Nov
Branch Event
Belfast Branch
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16
Nov
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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16
Nov
Branch Event
Solent Branch
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16
Nov
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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16
Nov
Conference
This conference will seek to address the latest issues in total care as well as whether advances in research and technology can be used to predict the remaining lifesapn of key assets.
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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15
Nov
Named Lecture
The Brabazon Lecture is held in honour of Lord Brabazon of Tara who became one of British aviation's true pioneers. The 2011 Lecture will be given by Professor Dame Ann Dowling of the University of Cambridge.
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15
Nov
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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14
Nov
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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12
Nov
Branch Event
Seattle Branch
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10
Nov
Branch Event
Dublin Branch
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10
Nov
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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9
Nov
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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9
Nov
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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9
Nov
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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9
Nov
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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9
Nov
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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9
Nov
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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9
Nov
Conference
Sessions over the two days will look at the latest developments in upset recovery research and training for large aircraft, with particular reference to simulator based training.
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8
Nov
Branch Event
Southend
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8
Nov
HQ Lecture
Rear Admiral Tom Cunningham, Chief of Staff (Aviation and Carriers) and Rear Admiral Fleet Air Arm will give this Air Power Lecture.
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3
Nov
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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2
Nov
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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2
Nov
Branch Event
Munich Branch
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2
Nov
Branch Event
Solent Branch
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1
Nov
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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27
Oct
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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27
Oct
Branch Event
Belfast Branch
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27
Oct
Branch Event
Hamburg Branch
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26
Oct
Branch Event
Sydney Branch
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25
Oct
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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25
Oct
HQ Lecture
The Space Group are holding a lecture at the Stevenage Branch, which will be given by Matt Mellis of NASA.
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25
Oct
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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25
Oct
Conference
This UAS Conference sets out to bring together leading experts from regulatory and industrial bases within Europe and beyond to focus on the Operational and Technology Readiness of the Civil UAS market to grow in future at the same rate as that of its military counter part.
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24
Oct
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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20
Oct
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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20
Oct
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Cosford Branch
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20
Oct
HQ Lecture
This Historical group lecture will recount how the Hawk came into service over 40 years ago, the role it has played in the British military and what the future has in store for this most famous of aircraft.
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20
Oct
Branch Event
Chester, Manchester and Preston Branch joint event in partnership with IMechE, IET and NWAA
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19
Oct
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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19
Oct
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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19
Oct
Branch Event
Medway Branch
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19
Oct
Branch Event
Solent Branch
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19
Oct
Branch Event
Weybridge Branch
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19
Oct
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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18
Oct
Branch Event
Gloucester & Cheltenham Branch
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18
Oct
Branch Event
Loughborough Branch
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18
Oct
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
(lecture supersedes event originally scheduled for 11th October)
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18
Oct
Branch Event
Paris Branch
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18
Oct
Conference
The 2011 Greener by Design Annual Conference will provide an interactive forum for all those engaged or interested in the issues surrounding aviation and climate change.
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14
Oct
Conference
This year’s RAeS Women in Aviation and Aerospace conference celebrates 100 years of achievement by British women aviators and aerospace engineers.
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13
Oct
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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13
Oct
Branch Event
Cranfield Branch
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13
Oct
Branch Event
Heathrow Branch
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12
Oct
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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12
Oct
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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12
Oct
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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12
Oct
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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12
Oct
Corporate Partner Event
Aviation in a Sustainable Transport Picture
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12
Oct
Conference
This Conference will appeal to those who are trying to make sense of Safety Management Systems and the difficulties that seem to exist in accounting for human frailties.
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11
Oct
Branch Event
Southend
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11
Oct
Branch Event
Marham Branch
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11
Oct
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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10
Oct
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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5
Oct
Branch Event
Swindon Branch
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5
Oct
Branch Event
Derby Branch
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4
Oct
Branch Event
Stevenage Branch
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4
Oct
Named Lecture
The Cierva Lecture is named after Juan de la Cierva, FRAeS, an aeronautical engineer who pioneered rotary flight. In 1926 with the backing of the Weir brothers he formed the Cierva Autogiro Company and it was his development of rotor blade design and articulated rotor blades, which played a major role in the first successful helicopter in 1936.
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3
Oct
Branch Event
Cranwell Branch
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3
Oct
HQ Lecture
Aerospace Medicine Autumn Lecture will be given by two speakers; Sqn Ldr Ben Shepherd, RAF, Lt Col Anthony Tvaryands, USAF
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3
Oct
Branch Event
The Royal Aeronautical Society is supporting this IMechE Lecture which will be given by Sir Roger Bone of Boeing UK
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29
Sep
Society Event
This September RAeS is excited to bring you the Aero ‘Pub’ Quiz - the perfect opportunity to relax and have a laugh with friends and colleagues, whilst showing off your general and aero knowledge! - ALL TABLES HAVE NOW SOLD OUT
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28
Sep
Branch Event
Hatfield Branch
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28
Sep
HQ Lecture
Captain Ray Jones Memorial Lecture will be given by Captain Dieter Harms, CEO, Harms Aviation Training Consulting Associates.
The lecture will cover the birth of the MPL, its development, the governing principles, its first implementations, major resistance, popular misunderstandings and first lessons learned.
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28
Sep
HQ Lecture
Mini description one liner for event listing
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28
Sep
Corporate Partner Event
Harnessing Dolphins - The Role of Cultural Transformation in Driving High Performance
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27
Sep
Branch Event
FAA Yeovilton Branch
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27
Sep
Branch Event
Melbourne Branch
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27
Sep
Branch Event
UAE Branch
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27
Sep
Conference
The Annual RAeS International Flight Crew Training Conference is well established and highly successful. The 2011 Conference aims to seek solutions on how best to consider flight crew training standards from an international perspective.
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27
Sep
Branch Event
The Royal Aeronautical Society and members of the Cambridge Branch will be at Stand 216 at Helitech so please stop by and visit us to discuss your professional development.
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22
Sep
Branch Event
Christchurch Branch
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22
Sep
Branch Event
Cambridge Branch
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22
Sep
Branch Event
Bristol Branch
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22
Sep
HQ Lecture
Flight Test Group Lecture details to follow shortly.
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21
Sep
Branch Event
Coventry Branch
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21
Sep
Branch Event
Brough Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Gloucester & Cheltenham Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Oxford Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Seattle Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Toulouse Branch
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20
Sep
Named Lecture
Dr John Lamar will give the 2011 Lanchester Named Lecture in honour of Frederick William Lanchester, HonFRAeS, Britain's first great aerodynamicist.
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Brussels Branch
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20
Sep
Branch Event
Brussels Branch
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19
Sep
HQ Lecture
This lecture will be presented by Thomas Reiter, Director of Human Spaceflight & Operations at the European Space Agencyon Monday 19th September 2011.
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15
Sep
Branch Event
Belfast Branch
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15
Sep
Branch Event
Birmingham, Wolverhampton & Cosford Branch
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15
Sep
Branch Event
Yeovil Branch
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14
Sep
Branch Event
Preston Branch
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14
Sep
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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14
Sep
Branch Event
Highland Branch
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14
Sep
Branch Event
Manchester Branch
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14
Sep
Branch Event
Gatwick Branch
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13
Sep
Branch Event
Southend Branch
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13
Sep
Branch Event
Marham Branch
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13
Sep
Branch Event
Farnborough Branch
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13
Sep
Branch Event
Boscombe Down Branch
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12
Sep
Branch Event
Prestwick Branch
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12
Sep
Branch Event
Chester Branch
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12
Sep
Branch Event
The Air Power Group are holding this lecture at JSCSC Shrivenham. for security reasons, members wishing to attend must register in advance by 6th September.
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8
Sep
Branch Event
Dublin Branch
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7
Sep
Branch Event
Derby Branch