University of Michigan Mechanical Engineering Lecturer David Fleming was named a winner of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Sustained Service Award.

AIAA is is the world’s largest technical society dedicated to the global aerospace profession, with nearly 30,000 members from around the world. The AIAA Sustained Service Award is given to members who are in good standing and make significant and consistent contributions over a period of time, typically 10 years or more.
Fleming was recognized with this award for his “sustained service to the Cape Canaveral Section and Florida Institute of Technology Student Branch through continued participation, council leadership, and unwavering dedication to AIAA’s mission.” He was one of seven members recognized with this honor for 2025.