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On behalf of the Institute of Flight Guidance of the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and the German Society for Aeronautics and Astronautics (DGLR) we would like to welcome you to the 5th Innovative Air Mobility Symposium (formerly Urban Air Mobility Symposium), which will take place in Goettingen, Lower Saxony, (Germany), from 17th to 18th November 2025.
The aim of the annual symposium is to share research results and discuss recent developments and questions on current research activities and industrial developments in the field of innovative air mobility, including advanced, urban, and regional air mobility; passenger and cargo transport. The symposium will provide an excellent opportunity for scientists and engineers from industry, research institutions and universities to exchange knowledge and findings of current studies, and to discuss directions for future research and development.
The main topics to be discussed at 2025's IAM Symposium are
Goettingen (Germany), the city of science and research, is recognised around the world for top international research and innovation. It is characterised by the high number and close proximity of research institutions across the Goettingen Campus – both inside and outside the University – linked together by inspiring and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Important foundations of modern aviation were researched in Goettingen, and the city is regarded as the cradle of modern aerodynamics. It was here in 1907 that the world‘s first national aeronautical research facility was founded. Furthermore Ludwig Prandtl developed the boundary layer theory here, Hans Joachim Pabst von Ohain tested the precursor of the first jet engine and researchers invented the swept wing, a prerequisite for high-speed cruise flight.
For example, more than 20 wind tunnels and large-scale research facilities are available for experimental investigations, including unique facilities worldwide. In addition, DLR Goettingen operates the largest mobile ground vibration test facility in Europe.
Considering its’ rich aviation heritage and present, Goettingen will be the perfect location for the 2025’s IAM Symposium.
Godesberger Allee 70 • 53175 Bonn • iamsym@dglr.de • Phone +49 228 30805-12 • Fax +49 228 30805-24