Flight Safety Foundation hosts a series of prestigious events that unite aviation professionals, regulators, and industry leaders from across the globe. These events are dedicated to advancing global aviation safety by promoting collaboration, sharing best practices, and tackling critical safety challenges through expert-led discussions, hands-on workshops, and exclusive networking opportunities with key decision-makers. Each event serves as a dynamic platform for knowledge exchange and innovation, setting new benchmarks in safety standards across all sectors of the aviation industry.
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Future-Proofing Aviation’s Workforce: Scaling Talent Without Compromising Safety
FEBRUARY 19, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM ET
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Global air travel is set for sustained growth — driving fleet expansion and an unprecedented demand for skilled aviation professionals. Industry projections estimate the need for up to 700,000 new pilots, 800,000 new maintenance technicians, and more than 1 million cabin crew worldwide over the next two decades.
This panel examines how the industry can scale hiring and training while strengthening safety through safety culture, modern training, technology, and leadership under growth pressures.
Panelists:
Graham Braithwaite | Director of Aerospace and Aviation, Cranfield University
Dr. Becky Lutte | Department Chair and Associate Professor, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Richard Morris | Senior Director, Global Aviation Safety and Governance, CAE
Captain Munekazu Tachibana | Executive Vice President, JAL
Moderator:
Mitch Fox | Managing Director, BARS Program, Flight Safety Foundation
INSIDE BASS 2026: BUSINESS AVIATION SAFETY INSIGHTS
MARCH 4, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
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Join Flight Safety Foundation, the National Business Aviation Association, and NATA for an exclusive preview of the 71st Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS).
Get an inside look at what’s ahead for BASS 2026 in this substantive preview webinar. Centered on safety leadership, we’ll discuss resilience, human and system vulnerabilities, and where the business aviation industry is prioritizing reducing risk. Attendees will leave with practical takeaways and a clear sense of the themes and discussions shaping BASS 2026.
Panelists:
Hector Huezo | Chief Operating Officer, NATA
Doug Carr | Senior Vice President, Safety, Security, Sustainability & International Affairs, National Business Aviation Association
Moderator:
Paige Kroner | Director, Member Relations, Flight Safety Foundation
71ST Business Aviation Safety Summit
MAY 5-6, 2026
Provo, Utah
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The Business Aviation Safety Summit (BASS) is a two-day premier event that brings together industry leaders, safety experts, and key decision-makers to advance safety practices in business aviation. Drawing over 300 participants, the summit offers a comprehensive agenda featuring expert panels, interactive workshops, and exceptional networking opportunities. A signature moment of the event is the presentation of the prestigious Business Aviation Meritorious Service Award, recognizing outstanding contributions to aviation safety. The summit also includes an exhibit marketplace, showcasing cutting-edge safety products and services, providing an ideal setting for networking and business connections.
Organized by Flight Safety Foundation in partnership with the National Business Aviation Association and NATA.
The African Aviation Safety & Operations Summit
MAY 19-20, 2026
Johannesburg, South Africa
The African Aviation Safety & Operations Summit is a crucial two-day event dedicated to elevating safety and operational standards across the continent’s aviation sector. Co-hosted by Flight Safety Foundation and AAFRA, the summit attracts approximately 200 participants, including regulators, airline executives, and aviation professionals. These gathering fosters meaningful dialogue and collaboration to tackle the unique challenges faced by African aviation, driving progress and innovation in the industry. The summit also features an exhibit marketplace, showcasing cutting-edge safety products and services, providing an ideal setting for networking and business connections.
Safety Forum
JUNE 30-JULY 1, 2026
EUROCONTROL Headquarters | Rue de la Fusée 96, Brussels 1130, Belgium
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The Safety Forum is a two-day event held annually at EUROCONTROL headquarters in Brussels. Organized by Flight Safety Foundation in partnership with EUROCONTROL and the European Regions Airline Association, the Forum brings together aviation safety experts, regulators, and industry leaders to explore how cutting-edge technologies can improve decision-making and risk assessment in aviation operations. By facilitating collaboration among professionals from diverse sectors, the forum fosters the exchange of best practices and innovative solutions to address safety challenges and drive progress across the industry. The forum includes a select exhibition area, offering a curated display of cutting-edge safety products and services. This focused setting fosters meaningful networking and impactful business connections.
12th annual Networking & Awards Dinner
JULY 7, 2026
National Press Club | Washington, D.C
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The Flight Safety Foundation Annual Networking and Awards Dinner is a marquee event, drawing 200 aviation professionals, including safety experts, regulators, and industry executives, to foster connections and collaboration across the sector. The evening highlights and honors significant contributions to aviation safety, featuring the presentation of the prestigious Gloria Heath Trophy — named after a trailblazing leader in the Foundation’s early history — which recognizes a woman for outstanding achievements in civil aviation. Additionally, the Richard Crane Award recognizes an organization for its sustained corporate leadership through lasting contributions in the field of civil aviation, making the event a key moment of recognition and celebration within the industry.
4th annual Asia Pacific Summit for Aviation Safety
AUGUST 4-6, 2026
Osaka, Japan
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The Asia Pacific Summit for Aviation Safety is a three-day event jointly organized by Flight Safety foundation and the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore , and the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau.The Summit brings together over 500 aviation safety professionals, regulators, operators, key decision-makers, and industry leaders to advance safety standards and share best practices across the region. Focused on addressing critical safety issues, the summit fosters collaboration and provides expert insights tailored to the unique challenges of aviation safety in the Asia Pacific. The event is designed for aviation professionals involved in flight operations, safety, and quality assurance, as well as those from civil aviation authorities (CAA), Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul organizations (MROs), fixed base operators (FBOs), manufacturers, service providers, educational institutions, airports, and air navigation service providers (ANSPs). This annual seminar serves as a key platform for sharing the latest developments, challenges, and initiatives aimed at elevating safety standards throughout the Asia Pacific aviation industry. The summit also features an exhibit marketplace, showcasing cutting-edge safety products and services, providing an ideal setting for networking and business connections.
79th annual International Aviation Safety Summit
NOVEMBER 2026
Dubai
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The three-day International Aviation Safety Summit (IASS) is the industry’s foremost safety event, attracting over 300 participants from over 50 countries. It serves as a global forum for exchanging critical insights and proposing new strategies to further reduce risks, continuously improving the world’s safest mode of transportation. The summit’s content is tailored to address a broad range of topics, including safety management, training, practical solutions, human factors, mental health, maintenance, engineering, and offshore operations. Held in major cities around the world, IASS fosters collaboration, tackles emerging safety challenges, and shares innovative solutions to enhance aviation safety on a global scale. The summit also features an exhibit marketplace, showcasing cutting-edge safety products and services, providing an ideal setting for networking and business connections.
PAST 2026 EVENTS
Safety LEADERSHIP: TURNING PRINCIPLES INTO ACTION
JANUARY 22, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM ET
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Join us and our panel of international experts as we explore the Foundation’s Seven Essential Principles of Aviation Safety Leadership and what it takes to be a safety leader in our complex and dynamic industry.
- What it truly means to lead for safety in today’s complex operating environment.
- How executives and leaders at every level drive continuous improvements and build resilient organizations.
- Strategies to anticipate risk, adapt to disruption, and sustain strong safety performance while balancing efficiency and innovation.
Panelists:
Adefunke Adeyemi | Secretary General, African Civil Aviation Commission
Yannick Malinge | Senior Vice President, Head of Aviation Safety, Airbus
Gilberto López Meyer | Senior Vice President, Corporate Safety and Security, Aeromexico
Moderator:
Dr. Hassan Shahidi | President and CEO, Flight Safety Foundation