Association Aéronautique et Astronautique de France facts for kids
The Association Aéronautique et Astronautique de France (often called 3AF or AAAF) is a French group. It focuses on everything about airplanes and space travel. Its main office is located in Paris, France.
This association was created in 1971. It was formed by joining two older groups. One was about engineers and technicians in aviation and space, started in 1945. The other was a French space society, started in 1955.
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What 3AF Does
The main goal of 3AF is to connect people. These are people who are interested in the aerospace world. They might work in the field or just love learning about it. 3AF helps to share their ideas and knowledge.
Advancing Knowledge
The association works to help science and technology grow. This includes everything about the aerospace industry and its history. They want to make sure new discoveries are made. They also want to share what has been learned over time.
Who Are the Members?
Most members of 3AF are technicians, engineers, and researchers. These are the people who design, build, and study aircraft and spacecraft. The group also works with big companies. These include major European aerospace businesses. Some examples are Alcatel Space, EADS, and Arianespace. 3AF also has special honorary members.
Working with Other Countries
3AF is an important part of a bigger group. It is a founding member of the Confederation of European Aerospace Societies (CEAS). This group brings together similar associations from different European countries.
European Partners
Other members of CEAS include:
- Germany's Deutsche Gesellschaft für Luft - und Raumfahrt Lilienthal - Oberth eV (DGLR).
- Britain's Royal Aeronautical Society (RAES).
- The Italian Association of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIDA).
These groups work together to share ideas and support aerospace progress across Europe.
See also
In Spanish: Association Aéronautique et Astronautique de France para niños
