56th SFTE International Symposium - 2025
Exploring the Risks, Rewards, and Realities of Flight Test
The world of flight test engineering is built on pushing limits, testing boundaries, and managing risks. Whether in civilian or military aviation, every flight test program carries moments of triumph, challenges, and hard-earned lessons. This year, the 56th International Symposium of the Society of Flight Test Engineers (SFTE) embraced this reality with the theme:
“Risky Business: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly.”
Through compelling technical papers, case studies, and firsthand accounts, we invited members of the global flight test community to share their experiences—the successes, the setbacks, and the unexpected turns that define our industry.
A Global Forum for Flight Test Professionals
With attendees from both civilian and military sectors worldwide, the 2025 SFTE Symposium provided an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the experts, engineers, and test pilots who shape the future of aerospace testing.
This year’s symposium also introduced “Symposium Anywhere”, ensuring remote participants can access the knowledge, insights, and discussions taking place in Savannah. Whether attending in-person or virtually, every SFTE member was able be part of the conversation.
Topics of Interest
Included but were not limited to:
- Managing risk in high-stakes test environments
- Unexpected challenges and how they were overcome
- Case studies of test programs that changed the industry
- Innovations in safety, test methodology, and risk mitigation
Event Pricing
SFTE Member (Tues-Thurs): $840
Non-Member (Tues-Thurs): $895 (Includes 1-year of SFTE membership)
Single Day (Tues, Wed, or Thurs): $295
Thurs Evening Awards Banquet (Recommended for full attendees): $95
Monday Tutorials:
- CRM Escape Room: $100
- Implementing Data Reduction in Python: $200
Can‘t attend in person?
Virtual Symposium options were available for individuals and groups!
- Single Screen - $200
- Conference Room - $1,000
