AIAA Los Angeles Section Town Hall Meeting 5/16

(In-person presentation with the In-person and online attendance (hybrid))

Saturday, May 16, 2026, 11 AM PDT (U.S. and Canada) (GMT -0700)

Tentative Agenda (All Times Pacific Time (PDT) (U.S. and Canada) (GMT -0700))

10:00 am: Library opens. Check-in / Mingle / Networking

11:00 am: Welcome; Introductions

11:05 am: Presentation and QnA

12:40 pm: Adjourn

01:30 pm: Meeting Room closes

Disclaimer: The views of the speakers do not represent the views of AIAA or the AIAA Los Angeles Section.

(This event is not sponsored by the Lawndale Library.)

NASA X-43A Hypersonic Vehicle

Come explore the groundbreaking NASA X-43A program and discover how it pushed the limits of hypersonic flight. This talk will highlight the innovative scramjet technology, the unique launch approach, and the historic flights that reached nearly Mach 10—reshaping the future of high-speed air travel and aerospace engineering.

Dennis Leung

Founder DIBASHI Consulting,

AIAA Los Angeles Section Career and Workforce Development Chair

Dennis Leung brings 26 years of leadership in aerospace and defense, with experience spanning the US Navy, NASA, and Northrop Grumman. A recognized expert in satellite production and launch operations, Dennis has managed complex programs across the entire satellite lifecycle while integrating advanced technologies such as AR/VR and next-generation production methods. 

Upon retiring, founded a consulting company to continue driving innovation, program excellence, and strategic growth in the global space sector. In addition, Dennis supports higher education by advising universities on the development and advancement of their satellite programs, helping to prepare the next generation of space professionals.

[AIAA Los Angeles Section], [career-workforce-development-chair@aiaa-lalv.org], [contact@aiaa-lalv.org],

[https://www.aiaa-lalv.org]