AAAE/ACC Airport Planning, Design & Construction Symposium

The AAAE/ACC Airport Planning, Design & Construction Symposium (PDCS) returns March 4–6, 2026 in Indianapolis, bringing together airport owners, planners, engineers, architects, program/construction managers, and industry partners for three days of technical education and high-value peer connection. Hosted at the Indiana Convention Center, PDCS is co-organized by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) and the Airport Consultants Council (ACC).

Built for the people who plan, fund, design, and deliver airport projects, PDCS is structured around practical takeaways, real-world case studies, lessons learned, and actionable strategies you can apply to active capital programs. The agenda spans core project disciplines, with sessions designed to help teams navigate constraints like operational impacts, funding complexity, stakeholder alignment, and evolving standards across planning and delivery.

Attendees can expect:

• Technical sessions and workshops across key tracks like planning/environmental, terminal/landside, engineering/airside, program management/construction management, and innovation

• Plenary discussions on current challenges shaping airport development, including modernization, resiliency, and emerging technologies

• Peer-led panels and project spotlights covering delivery methods, stakeholder coordination, phasing strategies, and what worked (and what didn’t)

• Exhibitor hall access with solution providers supporting airport infrastructure, design, construction, and operational readiness

• Networking receptions and informal meetups that make it easy to connect with airport leaders and project teams

With a focused audience and a program built around execution, PDCS is a strong opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, compare notes with other airports and partners, and return with clearer direction for the projects ahead.