Join AAAE

Why Join?


AAAE members are leaders in our industry. From C-suite offices, throughout the terminal and on the airfield, AAAE members are the backbone of our nation’s airport system.  Our members work to provide safe, efficient and world-class experiences for passengers.  AAAE supports airport operators in those efforts, and at every step of their career.  AAAE delivers what members need to become more productive and knowledgeable airport professionals.

Top Five Reasons Members Join:

  1. Professional Development Programs
  2. Networking & Training Opportunities
  3. Representation in Washington 
  4. Breaking News and Industry Updates 
  5. Discounts on Meetings, Products & Services 

Find your member type below and experience how AAAE can deliver for you.

 

Types of Membership

Airports


  • Affiliate
    Individual actively engaged in airport management
Companies


  • Corporate
    Company with a business interest in airports and aviation 
  • Associate
     Individual with an interest in airports and aviation

Students


  • Academic
    Individual engaged in full-time undergraduate study of airport management or related field, at accredited university*
  • Academic Graduate
    Individual engaged in full-time graduate study, in airport management or related field, at accredited university, or who is engaged in full-time undergraduate study and wishes to enroll in the Certified Member Program*

Other


  • Participating
    Individual affiliated with a governmental agency or board having an interest in or charged with responsibilities with respect to airport management or administration of a public airport; or who is affiliated with a non-profit organization or educational institution with a direct interest in airport management.      
  • Military/DOD
    Individual serving as active duty military/DOD personnel**

Membership Comparison

  Affiliate Corporate Associate Academic/
Academic
Graduate		 Participating Military/DOD
Accredited Airport Executive Program (A.A.E.)
X





Certified Member Program (C.M.)
X
X
X
X
(graduate only)
X
X
Airport Certified Employee Programs (ACE)
X
X
X
X
X
X
Over 100 Networking and Training Opportunities per Year
X
X
X
X
X
X
Priority Response from AAAE Staff
X
X
X
X
X
X
Subscription to Airport Magazine
X
X
X
X
X
X
Subscription to Airport Report
X
X
X
X
X
X
Discounts on AAAE Meetings, Products and Services
X
X
X
X
X
X
Discounts on Airport Magazine Advertising

X




Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities

X




Access to AAAE Prime Partner Program

X




Participation in AAAE Committees
X
X
X
X
X
X
Exclusive AAAE.org Member-Only Content - Including Online Communities
X
X
X
X
X
X
Access to AAAE Member Directory
X
X
X
X
X
X
Listing in AAAE Vendor Search

X
X



Access to AAAE Information Library
X
X
X
X
X
X
Opportunity to Serve in Volunteer Leadership Roles
X
X
X

X
X
Construction and Purchasing Survey
X
X




*Students must include a copy of current class schedule & projected graduation date upon joining and renewal.
**Those with military service must provide a copy of your DD-214, military I.D., or certificate of service.