FAA-EASA International Aviation Safety Conference

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) are joining forces to advance global aviation safety at the 2026 International Aviation Safety Conference. This year's theme is Safety Together: Innovation, Integration, and Trust.

This three-day event will convene senior aviation leaders from regulatory authorities, manufacturers, airlines, and industry associations worldwide to examine critical safety issues through both regulatory and industry lenses. The conference will feature keynote addresses, flash talks, and dynamic panel discussions led by senior representatives from the FAA and EASA, alongside leaders from other aviation authorities, industry associations, and the global aviation community.

The conference is conveniently located just outside Washington, D.C. and only a 15-minute drive from Dulles International Airport.

	On/Before May 1, 2026	After May 1, 2026
Full Conference Registration	$980	$1,300
U.S. Federal Government Rate	$700	$900

*One day rates available. Please email aaaemeetings@aaae.org to inquire about pricing.

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. If you require any special assistance to participate or have special dietary requirements, email aaaemeetings@aaae.org.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Registrations, cancellations and refund requests must be submitted in writing. All cancellation requests for registrations received on or before Friday, May 29, 2026, are subject to a $125 cancellation processing fee; approved refunds will be processed after the meeting takes place. There will be no refunds of any kind after this date. Cancellations with outstanding invoices received within two weeks of the start of the conference, will require full payment on the balance due. Refunds will not be provided, and balance dues will not be forgiven for no-shows. Substitutions within the same conference will be accepted without penalties. The difference between member and non-member price will be charged if a non-member replaces a member. Substitutions will be accepted with a written request to AAAEmeetings@aaae.org. The individual substituting for the original registrant is responsible for all financial obligations (balance due; difference in fees due to membership type) associated with that substitution. For all inquiries regarding cancellations, refunds and substitutions, 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. Please note failure to receive a confirmation letter before an event will not be grounds for a refund or credit.

IMPORTANT: 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 by email 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 emails will be sent to attendees shortly after 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 703.824.0500 or email AAAEmeetings@aaae.org. Please note failure to receive a confirmation letter before an event will not be grounds for a refund.

MEDIA ACCESS POLICY

AAAE reserves the right to grant at its 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.

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Hotel Accommodations

All conference sessions will be held at the Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles, located at 14750 Conference Center Drive, Chantilly, VA. The conference is conveniently located just outside Washington, D.C. and only a 15-minute drive from Dulles International Airport.

For your convenience, a block of rooms has been made available and all attendees will receive a rate of $249, plus taxes and fees, per night (single/double occupancy).

To book your reservation, you can book online or call the hotel directly at 703.818.0300 and refer to the AAAE room block.

The last day to receive this discounted rate is Friday, May 29, 2026. Rooms may sell out before this date, be sure to make your reservation today! Reservations made after this date only can be honored on a space available basis at the hotel’s prevailing rates.

Cancellations received prior to 72 hours of arrival will not be charged.

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Transportation

The Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles is located 10 miles from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and 30 miles from Ronald Reagan International Airport (DCA). The hotel does not offer a shuttle to/from the airport, but both airports offer ground transportation and TNC operators.

Ground Transportation Options at IAD

Ground Transportation Options at DCA

Air Travel

AAAE has partnered with United Airlines and Delta Air Lines as the official air carriers for this meeting.

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 ZRCE214197 in the Offer Code box or call United Reservations Meetings Desk at 800.426.1122 and provide the Z Code ZRCE and Agreement Code 214197. 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.

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 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (CT) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY4AV.

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

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