AAAE Ops and Tech Symposium 2026

The 2026 AAAE Airport Operations & Technology Symposium brings airport leaders, operations professionals, planners, emergency managers, and technology experts together in Oklahoma City for three days of education, collaboration, and innovation. Hosted by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE), the symposium is one of the industry's premier events for exploring the technologies and strategies shaping the future of airport operations.

This year's program features four educational tracks covering Airside Operations & Safety, Advanced Airport Planning, Emergency Management, and Geospatial Technologies. Attendees will gain practical insights into today's most pressing operational challenges while preparing for the future through sessions on safety management systems (SMS), smart airport planning, emergency response, GIS, drones, AI, predictive maintenance, and emerging aviation technologies.

Highlights of this year's symposium include:

• Educational sessions covering airport safety, emergency management, smart airport planning, geospatial technologies, predictive maintenance, AI, and operational resilience.
• Industry case studies and expert-led discussions featuring airport leaders, FAA representatives, and technology specialists.
• Networking opportunities with airport professionals, exhibitors, and solution providers throughout the conference.
• A tour of the FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, offering attendees an inside look at one of the nation's most important aviation training and support facilities.

Archetype SC at the AAAE Ops and Tech Symposium

We will be on-site to connect with airport leaders and discuss practical technology solutions that improve operations, strengthen cybersecurity, and create better digital experiences. From managed IT and infrastructure modernization to airport websites and technology consulting, we help airports implement secure, scalable solutions that support both today's operations and tomorrow's goals.

Whether you're planning your next technology initiative, enhancing operational resilience, or looking to improve the passenger experience, we'd love to connect and learn more about your airport's priorities.

For registration details, hotel accommodations, and the full conference agenda, visit the official AAAE Airport Operations & Technology Symposium website.