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41st Annual
Airport Law Workshop

October 5-7, 2025 | Washington, DC

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About the Workshop

In cooperation with the law firm of Kaplan Kirsch LLP and the International Municipal Lawyers Association, we are pleased to present the 41st Annual Airport Law Workshop, which will be held October 5-7, 2025, in Washington, DC.

The Workshop has long been regarded as the premier conference for both new and experienced lawyers (and those who need to understand airport law) to learn from experts the fundamental legal principles that underlie virtually all elements of airport operations and development. This workshop is the only conference that combines a thorough review of the basics of airport law with an update on recent legal developments. Conducted in an interactive classroom format, the instructors are government attorneys from DOT, FAA, and TSA, as well as seasoned practitioners with decades of experience and in-depth understanding of the federal laws, regulations, and policies that govern public-use airports. Continuing legal education credits are generally available in most states.

The format of the workshop makes it more accessible to both experienced and relatively new practitioners. The workshop will have concurrent sessions for basic legal issues and hot topics for participants who already understand the basics. This will make it easier for participants to select the sessions based upon their own personal knowledge of the issues.

The Workshop is taught in plain English and is not limited to lawyers. While more than half of the attendees are often lawyers, participants always include those involved in airport administration, operations, planning, finance, property, environmental management, or security. Senior airport managers and commissioners or board members attend as well. Attendees often have commented that the networking opportunities are one of the most valuable elements of the conference, and this year’s conference incorporates more opportunities for participants to learn from each other. This is a great opportunity to meet colleagues and connect with industry experts!

One of the most valuable benefits of the workshop is that all attendees receive the Airport Law Desk Reference, a comprehensive, user-friendly resource book that is annually updated for this workshop.  Past attendees have reported that this book is kept as a well-used reference tool.

The workshop is one of a kind. Don't miss your chance to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to gain valuable insight and information that you can put to use immediately. All presentations will be available for download and all participants will receive the Airport Law Desk Reference to take home.

Who Should Attend?

  • Airport Directors and Managers
  • Airport Tenants
  • Federal Agency Lawyers
  • Lawyers
  • Anyone involved in regulatory aspects of the industry

Workshop Agenda

Click below for the full agenda. Subject to change. Please check back for updates.

CEU Credits

This event falls into the recently added Legal category of the A.A.E. Continuing Education Unit (CEU) program. Learn more.

CLE Credit Information

Please visit the CLE Information page on Kaplan Kirsch's Airport Law Workshop website for the latest updates on approved states.

It is the responsibility of each participant to file the appropriate paperwork with your state bar(s) for continuing legal education (CLE) for this course. All participants will receive a letter certifying their attendance to obtain CLE credits for your particular state bar. 

CLE accreditation is granted on a state-by-state basis. Each state has its own rules and regulations that define eligible course content for CLE credit. Due to varying state bar approval procedures, we cannot foresee how many credits the workshop will be approved for. However, typically this course earns between 13-15 hours of general CLE credits. 

Registrants may request accreditation from specific states after the workshop has taken place by usually providing course materials. (Note: IMLA is a certified provider of CLE programs in many states, and their support for this program will be useful in securing CLE credits.)

Course information and the list of approved states will be updated as it is received.

If you have questions or require additional documents to complete your state filing, please contact Tiana Schafer with Kaplan Kirsch.

Registration Fees & Deadlines

You acknowledge that in registering for and attending this AAAE event, you agree to adhere to the cancellation policy noted below, AAAE's Duty of Care, and AAAE's Code of Conduct and Terms and Conditions.

If you do not see the correct pricing for your member type, please contact member.services@aaae.org to complete your registration for this event.

2025 REGISTRATION FEES

In U.S. funds drawn on a U.S. bank.

Registration fee includes two continental breakfasts, two luncheons, one welcome reception, one evening event, all refreshment breaks, and conference materials.

  On/Before
August 22, 2025		 After
August 22, 2025
AAAE/IAAE Member $925 $975
Non-Member $1,000 $1,050
IMLA Member* $900 $950
Federal Government** $500 $525
One-Day Pass (Monday or Tuesday) $500 $500

*Proof of IMLA membership is required to receive this registration rate. Please email proof of member to aaaemeetings@aaae.org.

**For one-day registrations, please email aaaemeetings@aaae.org.

***Must be a current U.S. Federal Government employee. Rate does not apply to state or city government employees.

AAAE accepts registration regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, sex, physical disability and national or ethnic origin. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment and educational services.

Cancellation Policy:

Registrations and cancellations must be submitted in writing. Cancellation requests received before Friday, September 18, 2025, are subject to a $125 processing fee and will be processed after the meeting takes place. There will be no refunds after this date. Substitutions will be accepted without penalties and no-shows will be billed. For all inquiries regarding cancellations and refunds, please contact the AAAE Meetings Department at 703.824.0500 or email aaaemeetings@aaae.org.  By submitting a completed registration form, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.

NOTE: AAAE reserves the right to postpone or cancel an event if the number of registrants is insufficient; due to acts of God; or any other reason beyond AAAE’s control. In this event, we will notify all registrants and credit the full registration fee towards another AAAE meeting, product or service. However, any costs incurred by the registrant, such as hotel cancellation or airline penalties, are the responsibility of the registrant. Confirmation letters will be emailed to attendees within two weeks of receipt of registration. However, if you have not received a confirmation email two business days prior to the meeting, and you enrolled at least two weeks prior to the meeting, please contact the AAAE Meetings Department at 703.824.0504 or AAAEmeetings@aaae.org. Please note failure to receive a confirmation letter before an event will not be grounds for a refund.

AAAE Media Access Policy:

The American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) reserves the right to grant at their sole discretion access to TV, radio and print media organizations or individuals that have registered and received prior authorization from AAAE at least 72 hours prior to an AAAE event they wish to cover. Due to the sensitive nature of some discussions, not all sessions at some AAAE events will be open to media. AAAE retains the sole right to grant or refuse media access for any event or section of an event it operates. Please direct all inquiries to Brian Kalish.

Hotel & Travel

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Hotel Accommodations

Rooms and the meeting are being held at the Grand Hyatt Washington, located at 1000 H St NW, Washington, DC, 20001. Attendees will receive a special rate of $374/night for a single/double occupancy, exclusive of applicable room taxes. The last day to receive this discounted rate is Friday, September 12, 2025.

Rooms may sell out before this date, be sure to make your reservations early! Reservations made after the cut-off date can only be honored on a space available basis at the hotel's prevailing rates.

The group rate does not include applicable taxes and a destination fee of $30.00. 

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Travel

Ground Transportation

  • ARRIVING BY AIR: The Grand Hyatt DC is located about 4.5 miles from Washington Reagan International Airport (DCA), approximately 15-25 minutes via taxi/cab or rideshare, depending on traffic; and about 29 miles from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) or approximately 1 hour via taxi/cab or rideshare, depending on traffic. Public transit from both airports is also available. Please see both airport websites for further information.

  • DRIVING/PARKING: 24-hour valet parking is $76.70 w/ 18% tax/day. 24-hour self parking is $45/day and is located at the 10th Street garage attached to Gran Hyatt Washington. Note there are no in/out privileges in the self-parking garage.

Air Travel

United Airlines and Delta Air Lines have been selected as the official air carriers for this meeting. When booking United, refer to the offer code ZNSQ375349. When booking Delta, refer to meeting code NM36J.

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United Airlines has been selected as one of the official air carriers for this meeting. You may book online via www.united.com and enter the Offer Code ZQ59414458 in the Offer Code box or call United Reservations Meetings Desk at 800.426.1122 and provide the Z Code ZQ59 and Agreement Code 414458. For all tickets issued through United Meetings Reservations Desk, there will be a $25 per ticket service fee collected. This fee is subject to change without notice. Such service fee is nonrefundable and applies to all itineraries, one-way or round-trip. Black-out dates apply.

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Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for American Association of Airport Executives. Please click here to book your flights. You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (CT) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM36J.

*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.

Contact Information

Questions? Contact Us!

Program Information
Justin Barkowski
703.797.2538

Registration & Hotel Information
Samantha Wittie
571.560.1854

CLE Information
Please check back!

Press & Media Inquiries
Brian Kalish
703.575.2461

The Barclay Building | 601 Madison Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

Tel: 703-824-0500