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Mission

The Society of Flight Test Engineers is an international professional organization whose mission is to advance Flight Test effectiveness, safety, and efficiency. This Society is dedicated to sharing knowledge and fostering collaboration across the aerospace industry by promoting expertise and esteem amongst flight test professionals.


Upcoming Events

Apr
24
Fri

Board of Directors Offsite Meeting

The SFTE Board of Directors are holding an offsite meeting in Seattl...
May
5
Tue

Flight Test Safety Workshop

2026 Flight Test Safety Workshop
5-6 May 2026
Fort Wor...
May
6
Wed

Atlanta Chapter - 1st Wednesday Happy Hour

1st Wednesday of the month!  
May
7
Thu

AV Chapter - 1st Thursday, 6pm

Alternating months, odd months at Bravery, even moths at Local Craft...
May
7
Thu

Arizona Chapter - Monthly Virtual Meeting / Chat

https://meet.google.com/csn-vjcg-jxa?hs=224
May
8
Fri

SFTE Board of Director Meeting

Monthly Board of Directors Meeting.

For dial in detai...
May
8
Fri

European Chapter - Pilatus Aircraft Company Tour

We’re excited to announce an exclusive Pilatus Aircraft Compan...
May
14
Thu

Seattle Chapter - 2nd Thursday Happy Hour

Every 2nd Thursday of the month!
May
15
Fri

Monthly Tech Council Meeting

Monthly meeting of Tech Council. Contact techcouncilchair@sfte.org t...
May
29
Fri

Canadian Flight Test Symposium - 2026

The Canadian Flight Test Symposium will be held on May 29th, right a...
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SFTE is the Society for ALL Flight Testers!

No matter what you are testing, SFTE is the society for you!

Membership open to all, from students, to those looking to move into flight test and seasoned professionals.

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