MSU AIAA Chapter

In 1949, August "Gus" Raspet was hired by Mississippi State College to establish a research program in aerophysics. His work on boundary layers and other viscous flows led to discoveries that helped improve understanding of transitional flow and its application to gliding and general aviation aircraft. Our AIAA chapter is named in honor of this man. He is remembered to this day by aerospace minds the world over. So much so, that an award is given every year in his name every year at EAA-Oshkosh. If you're interested in more information on August Raspet and his contributions to the aerospace sciences and to Mississippi State University, this information can be found at the August Raspet History site. Our historic flight test labs at Mississippi State are also named in his honor.

A more general history of aerospace engineering and our university's place in it was written by our own David H. Bridges, Ph.D.. The PDF can be found here:  Of Aeronautics, Aerophysics, and Aerospace: A History of Aerospace Engineering at Mississippi State University.

• Guest Speakers
• Resume Reviews
• Kickball Tournament
• Triva Night
• Region II Student Conference

Every year in the spring, the AIAA Region II Student Conference gathers students from universities all over the southeast United States to compete in aerospace-related essays and presentations.There are also fun activities to do when not presenting, such as distinguished speakers and tours of famous facilities. Pictures from the last conference can be found on the chapter Facebook page.

2022 Region II Student Conference Information:

Conference Dates: First week of April 2022

Conference Location: Atlanta, GA

Conference Host: Georgia Institute of Technology

Abstract Deadline: February 4th, 2022

Manuscript Deadline: March 4th, 2022