IAAE Global Aviation Forum
Planning the Airport of the Future: How Should Airport Leaders Plan Today for Tomorrow's Airport?
September 23, 2026 | 10-11:30 a.m.(U.S. EST) | Virtual
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About the Forum
This premier virtual event will bring together senior leaders from airports, airlines, regulatory agencies, international organizations, and industry partners to exchange insights, share perspectives, and discuss emerging issues, strategic priorities, and innovative approaches shaping the future of global aviation.
September 23, 2026
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Welcome and Overview
10:00-10:05 a.m.
Jorge Hernández
Chair, International Association of Airport Executives, CEO, Aerostar Airport Holdings, LLC, Puerto Rico -
Executive Roundtable: Planning the Airport of the Future
10:05-10:50 a.m. Airport planning is entering a period of unprecedented change. This executive conversation will explore how airport leaders can rethink long-term planning, establish the right priorities, and prepare their organizations for an increasingly uncertain future.
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Where Is Airport Planning Headed? The discussion begins by identifying the major forces reshaping airport planning around the world.
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Planning for Resilience and Growth - With the future becoming less predictable, how can airports develop plans that remain relevant over time?
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From Strategy to Action - As airports around the world face different challenges, what planning approaches are proving most successful—and what lessons are transferable?
Moderator: Esther Kromhout, Managing Director, NACO
Speakers: Steven Derengowski, CM, ACE, IACE, Director - Innovation, InterVISTAS Consulting
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Audience Q&A
10:50-10:55 a.m. Audience Discussion
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Audience Q&A
10:55-11 a.m. Closing Takeaways - What is the single planning decision that will have the greatest impact on the airport of the future?
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Small Group Discussion Breakout
11:10-11:40 a.m.
Objective
Airport leaders are making planning decisions today that will shape their organizations for decades. Yet forecasting demand, technology, regulation, passenger expectations, and business models has never been more complex. This executive forum brings together airport leaders and industry experts to explore how airport planning is evolving, examine the strategic priorities that will shape the airport of the future, and share global perspectives on how airports can plan with greater flexibility, resilience, and confidence.
Registration
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Sponsorship
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Past Forums
We are pleased to provide IAAE members with access to recordings of past Global Aviation Forums. Not a member? Join us today!
December 8, 2025: webinar recording link.
November 6, 2024: View the Recording
March 27, 2024: webinar recording link.
Contact Information
Questions? Contact Us!
Program & Sponsorship:
Heba Gouda
+1.703.797.2545
Holly Ackerman
+1.703.578.2507
