Upcoming Aviation Events for Training & Development

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Arts in the Airport Workshop

For more than two decades, the Arts in the Airport Workshop been the only dedicated arts event in the airport industry, offering invaluable learning and networking opportunities to professionals who play pivotal roles in overseeing and managing airport art programs. Since its inception, the workshop has consistently proven to be a dynamic platform for sharing knowledge, fostering creativity, and cultivating connections within the airport community.

September 8-11, 2026

Virtual Training

Advanced Winter Operations

The Advanced Winter Operations course is designed to provide airport supervisors, managers, and directors with a stronger knowledge of how to operate safe, efficient, and successful winter operations that meet regulatory and fiscal requirements of a FAR Part 139 certificated airport.

September 10-11, 2026

Virtual Training

Understanding FAA Order 7110.65: The “Air Traffic Control Bible” ATC Phraseology, Readbacks & Operational Expectations for Airport Stakeholders

This interactive 3-hour webinar provides airport and aviation stakeholders with an inside look into the operational foundation of Air Traffic Control through the lens of FAA Order 7110.65 — commonly referred by Adam Calderas as “The Air Traffic Control Bible.”

September 16, 2026

Virtual Training

Runway Incursion Investigation & Root Cause Analysis

The purpose of this course is to provide airport personnel with a standardized, evidence-based method to investigate runway incursions and surface events, particularly vehicle/pedestrian deviations (V/PD), and to determine root and contributing causes using an airside-adapted Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) approach.

September 21-22, 2026

Chapter Meeting

Northwest Chapter AAAE Annual Conference

September 22-24, 2026

In-Person Meeting

AAAE/Airport Business Solutions Essentials of Airport Business Management Workshop

Everyday issues faced by airport management are covered in this comprehensive two-day workshop. Come ready to discuss issues that you and your colleagues are facing or are likely to encounter. You are guaranteed to return home with creative and practical solutions.

September 26-27, 2026

In-Person Meeting

F. Russell Hoyt National Airports Conference (NAC)

Delegates to our 2026 F. Russell Hoyt National Airports Conference (NAC) will gather in New Orleans, LA, to discuss timely topics, engage in important networking events, and participate in debates over the future direction of the nation's aviation industry.

September 27-29, 2026

Virtual Training

ACE Finance Virtual Review Course

The Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Finance virtual series is an overview of the study materials designed to educate and challenge airport personnel with responsibilities for the financial operations at commercial service and general aviation airports or anyone interested in a related career.

September 28-October 1, 2026

In-Person Meeting

IAAE North America/Europe Airport Issues Conference

This premier forum brings together airport executives, government leaders, and aviation experts from both sides of the Atlantic to explore the future of global aviation.

October 4-7, 2026

In-Person Meeting

42nd Annual AAAE Airport Law Workshop

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.

October 5-7, 2026

Virtual Training

Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Lighting Virtual Training

The Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Lighting virtual series is an overview of the study materials designed to educate and challenge airport personnel with airfield lighting maintenance responsibilities or anyone interested in a related career.

October 5-8, 2026

Virtual Training

Airport 101 Virtual Training

This course is tailored for new airport professionals and incoming public officials to enhance the individual’s understanding of the aviation story, industry leaders, airport management issues, current challenges faced by industry leaders and strategies for implementing sensible strategic plans or goals.

October 6, 2026

Virtual Training

AAAE/Southwest Chapter AAAE Accreditation Final Interview Workshop

Learn how to prepare for the accreditation final interview and earn your A.A.E. Attendees will gain a firm understanding of what executives are looking for during these interviews.

October 6-7, 2026

In-Person Meeting

AAAE/ACI-NA Airport Noise Conference

Presented in partnership with the Airports Council International - North America (ACI-NA), this conference will address the latest topics in airport noise management, as well as other topics, such as mitigation, research updates, and community engagement.

October 14-16, 2026

Virtual Training

ACE Operations Virtual Review Course

A Part 139-based curriculum designed to educate and challenge airport personnel with airfield operations responsibilities or anyone interested in a related career.

October 19-23, 2026

In-Person Meeting

AAAE/Ricondo Passenger Facility Charges (PFC) and Rates & Charges Workshops

Join your peers and industry experts at the AAAE/Ricondo PFC & Rates and Charges Workshops to discuss these and other hot topics related to airport business and financial matters. Attendees will be eligible to receive Continuing Education Credits (CECs) by participating in these two highly anticipated workshops.

October 20-22, 2026

Virtual Training

ACE GA Airport Management Virtual Review Course

The Airport Certified Employee (ACE) GA Airport Management course is an overview of the study materials designed to educate and challenge airport personnel with responsibilities of operations and management of a GA airport.

October 26-30, 2026

Virtual Training

Basic ASOS School

Get a solid overview of 14 CFR Part 139 requirements and better understand the federal guidelines that affect the way your airport complies with regulations. The Basic ASOS course is designed for individuals who are relatively new to airport operations, or have not attended a Basic ASOS before and are currently working in airport management, planning, or operations.

October 26-27, 2026

Virtual Training

Advanced ASOS School

Advanced schools are tailored for individuals who have either attended an earlier ASOS school, experienced one or more annual FAA Certification Inspections, or have at least two years of experience in airport operations.

October 28-29, 2026

In-Person Training

Applied Leadership Workshop

This class is a think-tank style delivery which combines theory and practice. Participants will bring current, real-life scenarios to the class to identify solutions think-tank style through facilitated discussions with the instructor and the class participants.

November 2-4, 2026