Airport Operations & Technology Symposium
August 19-21, 2024 | San Jose, CA
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About the Symposium
This gathering of airport industry professionals will examine the latest in airport operations and technologies, covering a wide range of subject matter through four different educational tracks, all in one location! Here is a brief overview of the tracks that we have ready for you: /
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Airside Operations & Safety
The track is geared toward all airport operations and safety professionals who work on a daily basis to ensure a safe operating environment for the traveling public. Sessions will focus on implementation of the new FAA requirements on safety management systems (SMS); lessons learned from recent runway safety, operational disruptions, and high-profile, safety incidents; the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology to enhance safety; airside drivers training and ramp safety; and more.
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Emergency Management
The track is targeted at emergency management personnel who manage the unexpected events at airports across the country. We have a great lineup of sessions that will focus on improving your organization's simulated response drills; understanding emergency reporting protocols for airports and airlines; examining case studies and airport response efforts to major events from the past year; strengthening operational resiliency in the wake of an increasing number of natural disasters; managing an operational response to a cyber attack; and more.
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Emerging Aviation Technology
Sponsored by: Woolpert, Inc.
We are living in one of the most unique times in aviation history, with emerging entrants like electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, drones, and other innovative aircraft creating new opportunities and challenges for airports. This track will focus significantly on advanced air mobility (AAM), hydrogen-powered aircraft, drones, and other emerging aviation technologies, including how to safely integrate these new entrants into the airport environment and develop the appropriate infrastructure needed to support these aircraft.
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Geospatial Technologies
Sponsored by: C&S Companies
The track is perfect for airport professionals that regularly work with specialized technologies such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Computer Aided Design (CAD). Attendees will hear from experts who will discuss case studies and the hottest topics and trends facing the airport geospatial community, including the use of GIS to support airport operations and improve decision-making, different use cases for airport GIS, asset management, the use of AI in airport GIS programs, data collection methods, and much more.
While airport professionals will be able to sharpen their day-to-day expertise in specialized areas like operations, safety, planning, emergency response, or geospatial data management, attendees will also have the opportunity to learn from their airport colleagues involved in other lines of business at airports.
Who Should Attend?
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Airport Directors
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Airport Emergency Management Personnel
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Airport Operations Personnel
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Airport Planners
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Airline Safety Professionals and Consultants
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Airside Technology Manufacturers
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Federal Regulators and Policymakers
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GIS Professionals
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Technology Providers
Keynote Speaker
![Anand Raghavan](https://aaae.org/hubfs/Airport%20Ops%20Tech%20Symposium/2024%20-%20San%20Jose/Anand%20Raghavan.jpeg)
Anand Raghavan is the Senior Director of Engineering, AI at Cisco Security. He was previously the co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Armorblox, a GPT-powered email security company that Cisco acquired in July 2023.
Click below to view the full agenda. Subject to change. Please check back for updates.
Monday, August 19
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Registration
2 - 5 p.m.
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Welcome Reception with Exhibitors
Sponsored by: San José Mineta International Airport
5 - 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 20
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Continental Breakfast with the Exhibitors
Sponsored by ProDIGIQ, Inc.
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
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Young Professionals Meet and Greet
8 - 8:30 a.m.
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Conference Welcome
8:30 - 8:45 a.m.
Justin Barkowski, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs, American Association of Airport Executives
Mukesh (Mookie) Patel, Director of Aviation, San José Mineta International Airport
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Plenary Session One: State of the Industry: Emerging Safety Issues and Challenges for Airport Operations
Sponsored by: Kimley-Horn
8:45 - 10:00 a.m.
Moderator: Mukesh (Mookie) Patel, Director of Aviation, San José Mineta International Airport
Speakers: Adam Bouchard, C.M., FRAeS, Vice President, Operations, Nashville International Airport
Capt. Jason Herman, Delta Air Lines B757/767 Captain, Airport Safety Liaison, Air Line Pilots Association, International
Otto Wright, General Manager, Modesto Jet Center, National Business Aviation Association & Northern California Business Aviation Association
Bridget Singratanakul, Runway Safety Representative, National Air Traffic Controllers Association
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
Sponsored by: Arora Engineers
10:00 - 10::30 a.m.
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Breakout 1: Runway Safety: Case Studies and Lessons Learned
10:30 - 11:25 a.m.
Sponsored by: GoApron
Speaker: Bridget Singratanakul, Runway Safety Representative, National Air Traffic Controllers Association
Michael Watkins, Manager, Western Service Area, Runway Safety Team, Federal Aviation Administration
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Breakout 1: Getting the Most from Your Airport's Simulated Response Drills
10:30 - 11:25 a.m.
Moderator: Michael O’Shaughnessy, Deputy Aviation Director, Operations, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Speakers: Krissy Garrison, C.M., Senior Emergency Manager, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Jennifer Stacey, Emergency Program Specialist, Planning & Organization, Port of Portland
Nick Wooton, Emergency Planning Supervisor, Airport Operations, San José Mineta International Airport
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Breakout 1: Growing Your Airport GIS Program
10:30 - 11:25 a.m.
Moderator: Ed Copeland, Program Director, Aviation, Woolpert
Speakers: Ryan Campbell, IT Manager, Port of Portland
Julia Arnone, PMP, C.M., Manager of Planning Services, Pittsburgh International Airport
Chelsea Seiter-Weatherford, Geospatial Services Supervisor, Denver International Airport
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Breakout 2: Construction Safety Phasing Plans (CSPP) & Best Practices
11:35 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Moderator: Nathan Polsgrove, A.A.E., ACE, IAP, Aviation Planner Director, Garver
Speakers: Nicholas Cintas, C.M., ACE, Operations Construction Liaison, San José Mineta International Airport
Brad Wilson, P.E., Construction Services Section Manager, San Francisco International Airport
Willie Paris, Airport Security Manager, El Paso International Airport
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Breakout 2: Family Assistance Planning: Going Beyond Your AEP
11:35 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Speakers: Ashley Brooks, C.M. ACE, Emergency Preparedness Program Manager, Port of Seattle
Derek Freckleton, Transportation Disaster Assistance Specialist, National Transportation Safety Board
David Nicewinter, C.M., MEP, Director of Emergency Operations, Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Adam Peterson, Deputy Aviation Director, Public Safety and Security, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
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Breakout 2: AAM/UAS/New Entrants Update
Sponsored by: Essential Aero
11:35 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Moderator: Zach Shuman, C.M., Practice Leader, National Aviation Services, Woolpert
Speaker: Liza Josias, Ecosystem and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist, Eve Air Mobility
Wes Mittlesteadt, Technical Support Advisor, FAA
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Keynote Luncheon
Sponsored by: Mead & Hunt, Synaptic Aviation
12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
Speaker: Anand Raghavan, Sr. Director of Engineering, AI, Cisco Secure
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Breakout 3: Lessons Learned from Airport Emergency Management Case Studies
Sponsored by: Veoci
1:45 - 2:40 p.m.
Moderator: Joe Marana, A.A.E., Director of Operations and Facilities, Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority
Speakers: Anastasia McCabe, Airport Emergency Operations Manager, St. Louis Lambert International Airport
Frank Ciaccio, Division Manager/Emergency Manager, Houston Airport Systems
Kelly Reynolds, A.A.E., ACE, Assistant Director, Terminal/Landside Operations, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
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Breakout 3: Move Over eVTOLs: Are Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft the Next Big Thing?
1:45 - 2:40 p.m.
Moderator: Arielle Sewell, Acting CEO/GM & Director of Operations, Mojave Air & Space Port
Speakers: Hugo Wagner, Head of Hydrogen Strategy and Ecosystem, Airbus Americas
Julia Arnone, PMP, C.M., Project Manager, Pittsburgh International Airport
Valery Miftakhov, Founder & CEO, ZeroAvia
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Breakout 3: Utilizing GIS Data to Support Airport Operations and Improve Decision-Making
1:45 - 2:40 p.m.
Moderator: Rob Grotefend, GISP, Geospatial Consulting Services Leader, RS&H
Speakers: Sirisha Muppala, Senior Geographic Systems Specialist, San José Mineta International Airport
Thane Seeley, C.M., Senior Airport Operations Manager, Northwest Arkansas National Airport
Garret Hollarn, Senior Airport Planner, San Diego Country Regional Airport Authority
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Breakout 4: Preparing and Executing Risk Assessments
2:50 - 3:45 p.m.
Moderator: Serena Sheetz, C.M., ACE, Project Manager, Jacobs
Speakers: Taylor Dixon, C.M., ACE, Safety Management System Manager, Hollywood Burbank Airport
Diana Fernandez, C.M., ACE, Airport Manager-SMS, Los Angeles World Airports
Sumi Spurlock, C.M., Sr. Manager, Airport Safety Engagement and Training, Salt Lake City Department of Airports
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Breakout 4: AAM: Implications for Airports
Sponsored by: Samsung Electronics America
2:50 - 3:45 p.m.
Moderator: Ian Hogg, C.M., Landside Manager, Airport Operations, San Jose Mineta International Airport
Speakers: Skye Carapetyan, Team Member, BETA Technologies
Lydon Sleeper, U.S. Strategic Policy Lead, Joby Aviation
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Breakout 4: Next Generation of Geospatial Technology for Airports
2:50 - 3:45 p.m.
Moderator: Joe Suglia, GISP, GIS Coordinator, Lee County Port Authority
Speakers: Terry Bills, Global Transportation Industry Director, ESRI
Dan Henderson, Global Partner Manager, Amazon Web Services
Don Murray, Co-Founder, Safe Software, Inc.
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
Sponsored by: Transoft Solutions
3:45 - 4:15 p.m.
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Plenary Session Two: Putting Your Implementation Plan to Work: Strategies and Best Practices for Implementing SMS
4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Moderator: Neil Gabrielson, A.A.E., ACE, Senior Aviation Planner, Garver
Speakers: Kenneth Taira, Program Analyst, Airport Safety & Standards, Great Lakes Region, FAA Office of Airports
Genesis Acosta, C.M., Safety Management Systems, Ontario International Airport
Stephen Meder, ACE, SMS Manager, San Francisco International Airport
Sean E. Moran, C.M., ACE, IACE, Airport Operations and Compliance Manager, King County International Airport – Boeing Field
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Social Event
Sponsored by: San José Mineta International Airport
5:30 - 8 p.m.
Join us at Blanco, a short walk from the Signia Hotel, for Mexican bites, signature cocktails and unique live entertainment. Network while you explore the stylish three-story space, featuring 150-year-old brick walls and versatile indoor and outdoor areas.
Wednesday, August 21
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Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
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Airside Ops & Safety WG, Emergency Management WG, and Geospatial WG Meetings: Interact with Colleagues!
8 - 8:40 a.m.
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Plenary Session Three: Use of Artificial Intelligence for Improving Safety and Efficiency
8:45 - 9:45 a.m.
Moderator: Carter Morris, Executive Vice President, AAAE Services, American Association of Airport Executives
Speakers: Sean Connolly, AiPRON & Terminal Solutions Manager | North America, ADB Safegate
Johnathan Lewis, Innovation Division Director, Miami Dade Aviation Department
Art Rempp, C.M., Director of IT, Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority
Brandon Taugner, Director, IT Operations & Client Support, Tampa International Airport
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
9:45 - 10:15 a.m.
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Breakout 5: Workshop for Developing an Airport SMS Manual
10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Moderator: Ryan Sheehan, A.A.E, Chief Operating Officer, Spokane International Airport
Speakers: Steven Abreu-Hill, ACE, SMS Manager, Houston Airport System
Lenny Irwin, Airport Safety Manager, San Antonio International Airport
Judah Sambo-Mahekeya, ACE, ASC, SMS Manager, City of Fresno, Airports Department
Kenneth Taira, Program Analyst, Airport Safety & Standards, Great Lakes Region, FAA Office of Airports
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Breakout 5: Strengthening Operational Resiliency in Wake of Increasing Natural Disasters
10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Moderator: Ricky Griffin, Assistant Vice President, Integrated Operations Center, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Speakers: Ashlee Delventhal, C.M., CEM, Senior Director, Response & Debris, Tidal Basin Group
Trey Meadows, C.M., Senior Director of Facilities, McGhee Tyson Airport
Ramon Sanchez, C.M., Operations Manager, Palm Springs International Airport
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Breakout 5: Data Collection Efficiencies Using Field Maps, UAS and LiDAR Technologies
10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Moderator: Tom Tiner, GISP, Geospatial Practice Solutions Manager, Arora Engineers
Speakers: Nora Dougherty, C.M., Director of Spatial Services, Philadelphia International Airport
Don Wyatt, ACE, Airfield Operations Manager, Tulsa International Airport
Doug Wycoff, Director of Digital Technologies & Innovation, Tampa International Airport
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Breakout 6: Airport SMS vs. Airline/Corporate SMS: Reporting, Sharing, & Partnership
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Moderator: Joanne Landry, MBA, PMP, Principal, Landry Consulting LLC
Speakers:
Keith Ellis, Senior Manager, SMS Programs, United Airlines
David Frassinelli, SMS/IEP-AS Manager, FedEx Air Operations
Aaron Hascher, C.M., ACE, Safety Program Manager, Memphis International Airport
Travis Krabbenhoft, C.M., ACE, Director of Airport Safety, Denver International Airport
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Breakout 6: An EM Guide to Cyber Attacks: Operational Impacts and Response
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Moderator: Joseph Bonanno, President, Archetype SC
Speakers: Scott Alford, Cybersecurity Advisor, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Andy Harsh, A.A.E., C.M., IACE, USAP, Emergency Manager, Ontario International Airport
Royce Holden, CISSP, MBA-TM, Cybersecurity Market Leader, Mead & Hunt
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Breakout 6: Infrastructure of the Future: Vertiports and Managing Demand for Electrical Power
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Moderator: Brian Smith, P.E., Regional Director of Aviation, New England, McFarland Johnson
Speaker: Lori Mitchell, Director of Clean Energy, City of San José
Cathryn Stephens, A.A.E., Airport Director, Eugene Airport
Craig Teasdale, Vice President, Operations, Ferrovial Airports
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Lunch with Exhibitors
Sponsored by: Eagle Aerospace, Illuminex AI, JCAI Inc., Safe Software Inc.
12:30 - 1:40 p.m.
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Breakout 7: Airside Drivers Training and Ramp Safety Best Practices
1:40 - 2:35 p.m.
Moderator: Whitney Robare, C.M., MBA, ACE, Deputy Executive Director of Operations & Maintenance, Monterey Regional Airport
Speakers: Gino Matteoni, Senior Vice President, Safety and Training, dnata USA
Steven Schell, ACE, Airport Operations Manager, Norfolk Airport Authority
Whitney Schultz, Director of Health, Safety & Environment, Modern Aviation
Joe Zollo, C.M., ACE, Operations Safety Administrator, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport -
Breakout 7: Evaluating UAS Detection Systems for Airport Use
Sponsored by: AirSight Inc.
1:40 - 2:35 p.m.
Moderator: Michael Kamprath, BCS, A.A.E., Assistant General Counsel, Tampa International Airport
Speakers: Ilana Brodesky, ACE, IACE, Aviation and Airport Security Business Development Manager, D-Fend Solutions
Charles "Chip" Dick, Director of Sales - Southeast, AirSight
Shannon Kummer, Global Product Marketing Manager, Dedrone
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Breakout 7: GIS System and Data Integration
1:40 - 2:35 p.m.
Speakers: Hanson Guy Michael, Geospatial Systems Principal, Infrastructure Information Management, San Francisco International Airport
Mike Kerr, GISP, Engineering Graphics Coordinator, Tulsa International Airport
Eric Risner, P.S., IAM, PMP, Practice Leader, Aviation Geospatial, Woolpert
Carlos Silva, GIS Specialist, Engineering Services, Vancouver Airport Authority
Don Wyatt, ACE, Airfield Operations Manager, Tulsa International Airport
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Breakout 8: Recovery: Ensuring Business Continuity in the Aftermath of a Critical Event
Sponsored by: Juvare
2:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Moderator: Stephanie Lane, MPA, C.M., CBCP, Senior Cybersecurity GRC (Governance, Risk, & Compliance) Project Manager, Mead & Hunt
Speaker: Bill Nicklay, Manager Emergency Planning and Response and Business Continuity, American Airlines
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Breakout 8: Creating Your On-Airport Drone Program
2:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Moderator: Sheldon Menezes, C.M., PMP, Project Manager, Woolpert
Speakers: Barry Brown, C.M., ACE, Director, Operations and Maintenance, Naples Airport Authority
Garrison Canter, C.M., Airport Research Specialist, FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center
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Breakout 8: Enterprise Asset Management
Sponsored by: TwinMatrix Technologies Ltd.
2:45 - 3:30 p.m.
Speakers: Nora Dougherty, C.M., Director of Spatial Services, Philadelphia International Airport
Posh Supupramai, P.E., Aviation Digital Delivery Lead, C&S Companies
Nate Bolander, Technical Systems Manager, Salt Lake City International Airport
Tom Tiner, GISP, Geospatial Practice Solutions Manager, Arora Engineers
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Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
3:30 - 4 p.m.
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Plenary Session Four: Airport Tech Sharing: How New and Existing Technologies Can Address Rising Safety Challenges
Sponsored by: Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
4 - 5 p.m.
Moderator: Robert Osborne, C.M., Aviation & Federal Project Manager, Burns & McDonnell
Speaker: Marieke Armstrong, Environmental Planner | Aviation, Mead & Hunt
Bob Junge, Vice President, Airport Strategy & Business Development, JCAII
Gino Matteoni, Senior Vice President, Safety and Training, dnata USA
Thursday, August 22
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Airport Tour
8 - 11:30 a.m.
TOUR TIMELINE
- Pick-up from hotel: 8 a.m.
- Tour: 8:30 - 11 a.m.
- Return to the hotel: 11:30 a.m. (or stay at airport to catch flights home).
WHAT TO EXPECT:
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ARFF & Landside Fire Station #20
The ARFF & Landside Fire Station building is a combined, dual purpose fire station designed to meet the needs of the traveling public and the community at large. The project utilized multiple funding sources ranging from city general funds & a local bond for the landside station, as well as Airport local share and FAA AIP grants for the ARFF station. To add to the complexity of project, the entire construction process took place during the COVID-19 pandemic, requiring the team to quickly implement the county mandated protocols to keep the staff and contractors safe during construction while also working around the procurement issues that arose during the pandemic. Despite all of the challenges that were encountered along the way, the ARFF & Landside Fire Station #20 project was delivered on time, under budget and was the recipient of several awards including the 2022 Engineering News Record (ENR) Award of Merit, 2023 Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) National Award of Merit in the Aviation Category and the 2023 International Partnering Institute (IPI) John L. Martin Partnered Project of the Year Diamond Level. -
Facilities Administrative & Fleet Maintenance Buildings
The Facilities Administrative & Fleet Maintenance Buildings were designed to provide the appropriate workspaces for both Airport Facilities and Fleet Maintenance staff. Being an enabling project for a future belly cargo facility, the Facilities Administration & Fleet Maintenance Project was faced with an aggressive schedule from the onset, requiring it to reach substantial completion in 400 days from the issuance of the notice to proceed. This limited time frame required the team to strategize early in the design process to ensure that critical decisions concerning long lead items were made both rapidly and thoughtfully. With the assistance and cooperation of the entire team, the project was able to stay on schedule and reach substantial completion prior to the deadline. In addition, with the project nearing completion, it is well under budget and is projected to reach final completion by the end of September. -
Terminal Building
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Daifuku’s Bag-UX leverages Daifuku’s Self Bag Drop vision technology for baggage analysis. Utilizing a deep learning artificial intelligence model to quickly and accurately analyze bags in motion on a collector conveyor, Bag-UX can detect improperly oriented bags as well as unconveyable items and prevent them from entering the Baggage Handling System (BHS), significantly reducing jams and other downstream issues.
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Blueberry Technology Inc. is a San Jose-based startup specializing in customer-centric solutions for autonomous personal mobility. We design, manufacture, and provide autonomous personal mobility vehicles to address last-mile transportation challenges and enhance customer satisfaction. Our flagship product, BBGo, is a fleet-ready, fully autonomous vehicle designed specifically for airport environments, offering all users the freedom to navigate and explore airports effortlessly. Over the past year, we have successfully conducted trials and pilots at multiple US airports and are excited about our mission to bring accessible mobility to everyone.
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Registration is separate. Add the tour during the conference registration process. There will be a waitlist, as the tour is capped at 25 attendees.
Registration Fees & Deadlines
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Registration fee includes two continental breakfasts, two luncheons, one welcome reception, one evening event, all refreshment breaks, and conference materials.
2024 REGISTRATION FEES
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After July 12, 2024 |
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AAAE Member | $799 | $899 |
Non-Member | $899 | $999 |
Federal Government Employee | $525 | $575 |
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Cancellation Policy:
Registrations and cancellations must be submitted in writing. Cancellation requests received before Friday, August 2, 2024, 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 703.824.0504 or email aaaemeetings@aaae.org. By submitting a completed registration form, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.
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Hotel & Travel
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Hotel Accommodations
Rooms are being held at the Signia by Hilton San Jose, 170 S Market Street, San Jose, CA, 95113. All attendees will receive a special rate of $219.00 single/double standard room. The last day to receive this discounted rate is Sunday, July 28, 2024. Rooms may sell out before this date, so make your reservations today!
To make your hotel reservation, book online or call 844-207-5146 and identify yourself as part of the AAAE group (AAAE 2024 Airport Operations and Technology Symposium). Cancellation of guaranteed reservations must be received 48 hours prior to arrival and a cancellation number received in order to avoid a charge equal to one night's room and tax.
Transportation
The Signia by Hilton San Jose is located 4.5 miles from San Jose Mineta International Airport and the ride takes approximately 10-15 minutes. Alternatively, Transportation Network Companies (TNC) Uber and Lyft do operate at the airport, as well as light rail, and may be less expensive. Get more information on ground transportation at SJC. There are also two other international airports within the San Francisco Bay Area that are within a longer driving distance of the hotel.
Air Travel
United Airlines and Delta Air Lines have been selected 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 ZNSQ375349 in the Offer Code box or call United Reservations Meetings Desk at 800.426.1122 and provide the Z Code ZNSQ and Agreement Code 375349. 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 NM36J.
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Airport Map Contest
Our map contest is OPEN!
We invite members from the geospatial aviation community to submit and share a map that explains an idea, problem, or solution using cutting-edge data visualization methods and geospatial technology. The subject matter must be aviation-focused, but the style and choice of platform/tools are entirely up to you.
Map submission closes Friday, August 16, 2024.
Make a Lasting Impression by Sponsoring!
This exciting event will bring together airport industry leaders to examine a variety of topics surrounding airport operations and technologies. Educational tracks will cover geospatial technologies, emergency management, UAS, Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), airside operations, runway safety, emerging technologies, and more.
Sponsorship Benefits:
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Thank-you sign prominently displayed in registration area
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Acknowledgement on conference website
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Verbal recognition during the conference
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Additional signage during sponsored event
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Listing on PowerPoint loop played between sessions
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Listing on AAAE mobile app during conference
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Opportunity to purchase banner advertisement to be displayed on mobile app
Sponsorship Levels
Platinum Wings ($6,000 and up)..Event Sponsor; Attendee Roster; 3 Complimentary Registrations; Optional Tabletop Exhibit
Gold Wings ($5,000 - $5,999)……Event Sponsor; Attendee Roster; 2 Complimentary Registrations; Optional Tabletop Exhibit
Silver Wings ($4,000 - $4,999)…..Event Sponsor; Attendee Roster; 1 Complimentary Registration
Bronze Wings ($2,501 - $3,999)…Event Sponsor (Co-Sponsor of Event, such as Breakfast, Networking Break)
Airport Angel ($2,500)…………….Listing as Airport Angel
Available Opportunities
Tuesday, August 20 - Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
Co-Sponsorship Price: $4,000.00
Sponsored by:
Tuesday, August 20 - Plenary Session
Co-Sponsorship Price: $6,500.00
Plenary Session I Sponsored by:
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Tuesday, August 20 - Morning Refreshment Break
Co-Sponsorship Price: $3,000.00
Sponsored by:
Tuesday, August 20 - Keynote Luncheon
Co-Sponsorship Price: $5,500.00
Sponsored by:
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Tuesday, August 20 - Afternoon Refreshment Break
Co-Sponsorship Price: $3,000.00
Wednesday, August 21 - Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors
Co-Sponsorship Price: $4,000.00
Wednesday, August 21 - Plenary Session
Co-Sponsorship Price: $6,500.00
Sponsored by:
Wednesday, August 21 - Morning Refreshment Break
Co-Sponsorship Price: $3,000.00
Wednesday, August 21 - Networking Luncheon
Co-Sponsorship Price: SOLD
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Wednesday, August 21 - Afternoon Refreshment Break
Co-Sponsorship Price: $3,000.00
Breakout Session
Co-Sponsorship Price: $5,500.00
Breakout 1A: Runway Safety: Case Studies and Lessons Learned Sponsored by:
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