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Risky Business: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

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  Join us in Savannah—or from anywhere in the world—for a week of innovation, collaboration, and shared experience in the ever-evolving world of flight test engineering. We’ll see you there!

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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) embraces this reality with the theme:


“Risky Business: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly.”


Through compelling technical papers, case studies, and firsthand accounts, we invite members of the global flight test community to share their experiences—the successes, the setbacks, and the unexpected turns that define our industry.


Join us in Savannah—or from anywhere in the world—for a week of innovation, collaboration, and shared experience in the ever-evolving world of flight test engineering. We’ll see you there!

A Global Forum for Flight Test Professionals

 With attendees from both civilian and military sectors worldwide, the 2025 SFTE Symposium provides an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the experts, engineers, and test pilots who shape the future of aerospace testing. 


This year’s symposium also introduces “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 can be part of the conversation. 

Topics of Interest

Include but 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

Basic Details

Registration is OPEN.


Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities available! Promote your organization to an audience of elite flight test professionals.


📅 Save the Date: October 12-18, 2025

📍 Venue: Hyatt Regency Savannah, Savannah, GA

🌍 Virtual Access: Symposium Anywhere

A Call for Papers

We now invite you to submit your paper abstracts and presentations with the theme in mind. 

An official call for papers has been published by SFTE to all members and is available here. 


This Call for Papers should be shared across the aviation and aerospace industries to attract a diverse offering.

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Savannah Welcomes You Back

Following up on a successful Symposium in 2018, the Coastal Empire Chapter looks forward to welcoming you back to Savannah for an unforgettable week of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in Flight Test.

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What to Expect

Technical Sessions & Paper Presentations

Symposium Anywhere – Global Access to Knowledge

Technical Sessions & Paper Presentations

The quality you have come to expect from previous Symposia will continue here with lessons learned from flight & systems test campaigns including case studies of challenges and successes in flight test and systems testing. 


We hope to also share innovations in risk management, safety protocols, and test methodologies

Exhibitor & Technology Showcase

Symposium Anywhere – Global Access to Knowledge

Technical Sessions & Paper Presentations

The Symposium will feature the latest advancements in flight test technology and data analysis. 


There will be opportunities to engage with attendees from leading aerospace companies and suppliers/vendors who will act as sponsors for this world-class event 

Symposium Anywhere – Global Access to Knowledge

Symposium Anywhere – Global Access to Knowledge

Symposium Anywhere – Global Access to Knowledge

We believe everyone should be able to access the lessons shared at this event. As a result, we will put special emphasis on the global availability of content. 


Select sessions will be streamed live for remote attendees and virtual networking and discussion forums will be hosted.

Family-Friendly & Social Events

Symposium Anywhere – Global Access to Knowledge

Symposium Anywhere – Global Access to Knowledge

While the technical sessions challenge minds, the symposium will also feature a lighter side with evening outings for attendees and their families to explore the best of Savannah. 


Continue the discussions with late-night networking events in a relaxed setting

International Appeal

The Coastal Empire Chapter of SFTE is happy to invite the international community of testers to suggest ways to accommodate different languages and time zones. We have adopted the concept of "Symposium Anywhere" to put emphasis on inclusion and Global Reach


Use the button below to email your suggestions to our Chapter.

Contact Us

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at coastalempireSFTE@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

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) embraces this reality with the theme: 


"Risky Business: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly".


We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to share their experiences and technical/experiential background at the International Symposium level. As a result, we will not decline any technical paper based solely on its adherence or lack thereof, to the posted theme. Papers and presentations may be selected that meet the to-be-published guidelines and fit within the timeline of the event.


Through compelling technical papers, case studies, and firsthand accounts, we invite members of the global flight test community to share their experiences—the successes, the setbacks, and the unexpected turns that define our industry.


Registration is OPEN. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this premier event in flight test engineering! Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are also available. Elevate your brand and engage directly with a specialized audience of flight test professionals.


Location: Hyatt Regency Savannah, Savannah, GA

Date: October 12-18, 2025

Set against the backdrop of Savannah’s historic riverfront, the Hyatt Regency Savannah provides an exceptional venue for this year’s symposium. With its blend of Southern hospitality, charming cobblestone streets, and world-class dining, Savannah offers the perfect setting to connect with peers and explore one of the most picturesque cities in the U.S.


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