Membership Benefits

Subscriptions to two key industry information sources: Every AAAE membership includes a subscription to Airport Magazine, the official publication of AAAE, published every two months, and Airport Report Today, the association's newsletter of record, which is produced twice-weekly. These publications help keep AAAE members informed of the latest news and developments in the airport industry, and offer extensive listings of classified ads, job opportunities, RFPs/RFQs, and more.

Access to the AAAE Membership and Corporate Member Directory: The AAAE membership directory, available exclusively online, contains a complete listing of the names, titles, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, and e-mail addresses of AAAE members. It is a way to connect with your peers in the airport industry. To search the membership directory click here and for the corporate member directory click here.

Access to the AAAE Information Library: The AAAE Information Library is your source for aviation industry information including technical reports, accreditation papers and other airport publications. Access is limited to AAAE members. To search the AAAE Information Library click here.

Discounts on AAAE Meetings and other products: Each year AAAE hosts over 80 meetings, seminars and workshops all over the world, and members get exclusive, reduced registration fees. These events give AAAE members exposure to some of the top executives and cutting-edge ideas in the aviation industry, as well as the opportunity to share these ideas and information with peers. For additional information on these meetings, click here.

Eligibility for Professional Development Opportunities: AAAE offers two professional development opportunities for members - the Accredited Airport Executive Program and the Certified Member Program. The AAE program is desirable for airport members pursuing executive level airport management positions and for those seeking leadership positions in AAAE. The CM program is intended for students and corporate members who interact with airport professionals. Please click the links below to find more information on each program:

Certified Member (CM) program

Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) program

Priority response from AAAE staff: Identify yourself as an AAAE member and the staff will put your request to the top of the list - from questions about the latest legislation impacting airports to how to register for an upcoming meeting, AAAE exists to deliver for its membership-and members get served first.

A Membership Card and Pin: All new members receive a membership card that identifies them as a member of the only professional organization of airport executives nationwide. This card is the ticket to the many programs and services AAAE offers. AAAE members take pride in their membership and they let it show by wearing their AAAE membership pin.

AAAE Membership and Corporate Member Directory: AAAE has over 5,000 members representing more than 850 airports. The online membership directory is updated periodically and contains other valuable information on the association and the airport industry. In addition, it provides unlimited access to airport member contact information, and your company will be listed in the corporate member directory to increase your visibility among AAAE airport members. To search the membership directory click here and for the corporate member directory click here.

AAAE Vendor Search Listing: Corporate Members receive a listing in the AAAE Vendor Search, a database dedicated to airport executives and available to AAAE airport members as well as non-members. Users can search by company, contact name or product and service category, and upgraded listings are available for an extra fee.

Priority response from AAAE staff: Identify yourself as an AAAE member and the staff will put your request to the top of the list - from questions about the latest legislation impacting airports to how to register for an upcoming meeting, AAAE exists to deliver for its membership-and members get served first.

Discounted Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities: AAAE hosts over 80 industry meetings each year in the U.S. and abroad, and mostly offer opportunities for participation from corporate members, who receive a substantial discount off the nonmember price. Companies participating in the exposition also receive a special sign acknowledging their membership. The AAAE Sales and Marketing team is more than happy to work with our corporate members to develop a customized, targeted sponsorship or exhibit package with your business objectives in mind. Click here to learn more about these valuable benefits.

Discounted Meetings, Networking, and Training: AAAE holds more than 80 industry meetings each year in the U.S. and abroad, attracting some 15,000 airport and aviation executives. AAAE's meetings deliver an ideal way to enhance the airport executive's industry knowledge and offer important training and networking opportunities that foster business development. For additional information on AAAE meetings click here.

Advertising Discounts: AAAE corporate members receive substantial discounts on all advertising rates. Advertising in publications guarantees exposure to the buyers of your products and services and is available in AAAE's twice-monthly newsletter, Airport Report Today, which has over 4,000 loyal readers and Airport Magazine, with a readership of 23,000. AAAE also offers corporate member discounts on online advertising on AAAE's website, AviationNews.net and Airport Magazine's site. Combined these sites garner more than a quarter of a million page views every month.

Discounted AAAE Mailing Labels: Interested in mailing a marketing piece to the AAAE membership? Corporate members receive a hefty discount on mailing labels.

Certified Member Program (C.M.): AAAE is proud to offer the Certified Member Program (C.M.) to corporate members. This designation is a useful credential for individuals seeking employment within the airport management profession and/or professionals who interface with airport executives. To learn more about the Certified Member (C.M.) program click here.

Award-winning Publications: Corporate members receive a complimentary subscription to Airport Magazine, the publication of choice for aviation insiders around the globe since 1989, keeping them informed about critical issues facing airports today. Membership also includes a subscription to Airport Report Today. AAAE's twice monthly newsletter containing the world's largest listing of aviation employment and business opportunities. These publications help keep AAAE members informed of the latest news and developments in the airport industry, and offer extensive listings of classified ads, job opportunities, RFPs/RFQs, and more.

AAAE Survey of Airport Construction and Purchasing Plans: Take advantage of finding out what airports plan to build and buy in the future with the AAAE Survey of Airport Construction and Purchasing Plans published annually. This is an exclusive on-line corporate member benefit and it's free to all corporate members! In order to access the survey, click here.

Corporate Member Logo: AAAE's corporate member logo, designed specifically for corporate members, can be used on promotional materials, business cards, or letterhead and is a valuable marketing tool that demonstrates your support of the association.

Membership has its rewards. As a member of AAAE you can now take advantage of these exclusive discounts on the products and services listed below.




Subscribe to Aviation Week & Space Technology and save up to 50% off the regular subscription rate as a AAAE member. Aviation Week & Space Technology is one of the leading weekly magazines for aviation and aerospace professionals. Every issue provides an authoritative, in-depth source of industry news and analysis in the three major sectors: military, commercial and space. Each week you'll receive the technology, business and operations information required to stay informed of market trends, new products and applications.

Your subscription includes:

  • Print and digital issues
  • Access to Subscriber only web site - gain access to the past three months archives and read the upcoming edition the Friday before its issue date
  • Aerospace 2012 - a $49.95 value
  • Special Reports - Paris/Farnborough Air Shows, Top Performing Companies, MRO and many others

Click here for more information and to subscribe.

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AAAE members can save up to 10% off your car rental with Hertz. Your discount CDP# 236867 is the key!

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AAAE & IAAE members save 15% on their first year when enrolling in a Standard Plus Priority Pass tm membership, the key to over 600 participating airport VIP lounges in more than 300 cities and more than 100 countries worldwide.

There is no more stress-free way to travel than having access to VIP lounges in airports throughout the world. With Priority Pass, you can escape the chaos and noise of crowded gate areas, or have access to a welcoming refuge during cancellations or flight delays. A Priority Pass membership lets you relax in a quiet sanctuary where you'll find everything you need - for business or for pleasure. Priority Pass membership grants access to participating lounges regardless of airline or class of service flown, and regardless of any membership of frequent flyer membership.

Click here for your special member pricing to join the largest independent airport lounge network now at a 15% discount and start traveling with class.