Upcoming Aviation Events for Training & Development

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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.

March 9-10, 2026

Virtual Meeting

Military Relations Webinar

As military professionals transition from active service to civilian careers—or consider what comes next after retirement—airports across the country are increasingly seeking leaders who bring operational discipline, decision-making under pressure, and mission-driven leadership. We invite you to join an upcoming discussion focused on career pathways from military service to positions in commercial aviation and leadership, featuring two respected leaders who have successfully made that transition and now help others do the same.

In-Person Training

ACE Finance Review Course

The Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Finance course 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.

March 16-19, 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.

March 17-20, 2026

In-Person Meeting

AAAE/ACI-NA Washington Legislative Conference

Airports will take on Capitol Hill for the 2026 AAAE/ACI-NA Washington Legislative Conference. This two-day conference will give airport industry leaders the opportunity to hear directly from members of Congress, administration officials, and Capitol Hill staff about what the airport industry can expect from Washington in the year ahead.

March 18-19, 2026

In-Person Meeting

AAAE/Jacobsen|Daniels Rental Car Industry and Airports Workshop

This event brings together airport management, rental car representatives, consultants, and designers to discuss issues of common concern and consider potential solutions in a collegial and relaxed environment. Examine the issues surrounding rental car operations, facilities, and competition at this interactive workshop.

March 23-25, 2026

Virtual Meeting

IAAE Global Aviation Forum: Airport Operations and Performance Excellence Delivering Reliable, Efficient Day-to-Day Airport Operations at Scale

This premier virtual event will bring together senior leaders from stakeholder organizations such as airports, airlines, regulatory agencies, and international organizations to exchange insights on aviation security, operational readiness, and collaborative strategies ahead of the world’s largest events and global challenges.

Chapter Meeting

Southeast Chapter AAAE Annual Conference

March 29-April 1, 2026

In-Person Meeting

AAAE/ACI-NA Airport Customer Experience Symposium

Airports are the gateway to unforgettable journeys, and you are the gatekeeper to unparalleled customer experiences. Elevate your strategies and dive into the world of five-star service by joining us April 7–10 in San Jose, California, for the Airport Customer Experience Symposium, presented in partnership with Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA).

April 7-10, 2026

Chapter Meeting

South Central AAAE Annual Conference

April 12-15, 2026

In-Person Meeting

South Central Chapter AAAE Annual Conference

April 12-15, 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.

April 13-14, 2026

In-Person Training

ACE Security Review Course

The ACE Airport Security Training Course is designed to establish a general knowledge base for airport professionals working in the fluid security environment. The program is an extensive curriculum based on 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) – 1500 Series: TSA Regulations and the ICAO Annex 17.

April 14-17, 2026

Virtual Meeting

IAAE Executive Certificate in Applied AI for Airports

The Executive Certificate in Applied AI for Airports is designed to equip busy airport leaders with a quick, far-reaching understanding of how artificial intelligence can be strategically embedded across planning, operations, and commercial functions. Participants will discover how to drive direct, measurable value from translating AI concepts into strategic outlook scenarios; upgrade AOCC/AEMC decision support with real-time predictive insights; audit and increase the value of their own data assets; examine high-return pilot projects; and craft board-ready roadmaps, RFPs and governance frameworks.

April 15-17, 2026

In-Person Training

Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Lighting Review Course

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.

April 20-23, 2026

In-Person 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.

April 25-26, 2026

In-Person 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.

April 25-26, 2026

In-Person Training

AAAE/Northeast Chapter AAAE International Aviation Advanced Snow Academy

This course provides 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.

April 25-27, 2026

In-Person Training

AAAE/Northeast Chapter AAAE International Aviation Basic Snow Academy

This course educates airport staff and contractors, including snowplow and airport equipment operators, on how to utilize best practices when performing snow and ice control measures on airports during winter operations.

April 25-26, 2026

Virtual Training

Airport Procurement Made Easy: Smarter Sourcing

Ditch the drawn-out RFPs and flip your procurement to instant mode. In this fast, high-energy virtual training, we’ll break down how to use cooperative contracts to buy what you want when you need it, without sacrificing compliance, value, or choice.