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Building Air Service That Lasts: A Practical Guide to Strategy, Data, & Partnerships

November 16-18, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET &

November 19, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET

Live Online Training

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About the Course

This course provides airport professionals with a practical foundation in Air Service Development (ASD), covering industry trends, airline strategy, network planning, market intelligence, forecasting, and partnership development. Participants will learn how to evaluate market performance, build compelling business cases, engage community partners, and develop strategies to attract, retain, and grow air service.   

 

Course Agenda

Registration Fees & Deadlines

You acknowledge that in registering for and attending this Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø event, you agree to adhere to the cancellation policy noted below, Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø's Duty of Care, and Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø's Code of Conduct and Terms and Conditions.

 

2026 REGISTRATION FEES

Rate Type Rate

Member Rate

$665

Non-Member Rate

$750

 

The last day to register is 11/15/2026.

Need to register offline? Contact  RegistrationUser@aaae.org for invoicing.

Questions? Contact the Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø Training Department at training@aaae.org.

About the Instructor

Rhett Morgan

Rhett Morgan

Instructor
Ailevon Pacific 

Rhett Morgan brings more than 20 years of experience in the airline industry. He currently serves as a Senior Director at Ailevon Pacific, where he specializes in air service development and retention strategies. Throughout his career, Rhett has played a key role in helping clients achieve their air service goals, including launching inaugural international routes, securing new airline partnerships, and reaching record-breaking enplanement levels.
A respected voice in the industry, Rhett is a frequent speaker at conferences and has held leadership roles in Revenue Management, Corporate Sales, and Network Planning at both Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Management from Kansas State University and an MBA in Aviation Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø accepts registration regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, sex, physical disability and national or ethnic origin. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment and educational services. If you require any special assistance to participate or have special dietary requirements, email aaaemeetings@aaae.org.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Training registration fees are non-refundable. A recording of the webinar will still be provided to cancelled registrations after the live webinar occurs for 30 days.

For all inquiries regarding registrations, cancellations and refund requests, please contact the Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø Training Department by email at training@aaae.org. All inquires must be submitted in writing. All cancellation requests for registrations received on or before Monday October 19, 2026, are subject to a $150 cancellation processing fee; approved refunds will be processed after the meeting takes place. There will be no refunds of any kind after this date. Cancellations with outstanding invoices received within two weeks of the start of the conference, will require full payment on the balance due. Refunds will not be provided, and balance dues will not be forgiven for no-shows. Substitutions within the same conference will be accepted without penalties. The difference between member and non-member price will be charged if a non-member replaces a member. Substitutions will be accepted with a written request to Training@aaae.org. The individual substituting for the original registrant is responsible for all financial obligations (balance due; difference in fees due to membership type) associated with that substitution. For all inquiries regarding cancellations, refunds and substitutions, please contact the Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø Training Department at 703-824-0500 Option 4 or email Training@aaae.org. By submitting a completed registration form, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.

NOTE: Confirmation letters will be emailed to attendees within one business day of registration. If you have not received an email confirmation of your registration within 1 day of registering, and you enrolled at least two hours prior to the online event, please contact the Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø Training Department at training@aaae.org. Please note failure to receive a confirmation letter before an event will not be grounds for a refund.

DUTY OF CARE:  Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø is committed to continuing to provide a safe and healthy environment for all event participants and staff. The responsibility for a safe and healthy event environment is shared among the event organizers, event venues, and event attendees. By registering for this event, you acknowledge and agree to .

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Civilian/Military Airport Connection (CMAC)

What is CMAC?

The Civilian/Military Airport Connection (CMAC) program helps separating military personnel and new veterans acclimate from managing military airfields to the dynamic and complex commercial-use airport environment.

There are four components to the program:

  1. Professional transition workshop
  2. One airport certification course - choice of  or 
  3. One year membership in Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø
  4. Airport job shadowing

 

Program Benefits:

  • Ensure a smooth transition from military to civilian airport operations and management.
  • Earn the Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Airfield Operations certification or Certified Member (C.M.), that will put you ahead of other candidates for potential jobs.
  • Network with airport executives around the country through communities and events.
  • Explore various airport positions through the shadow program.
  • Receive discounts on other Âé¶¹¹ÙÍø trainings and events.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Extend your reach and maximize exposure to a powerful audience by sponsoring the Industrial Aviation and Military Operations Workshop. From the opening networking reception, to breaks, lunches, and sessions, we have multiple tiers of sponsorships available. Your sponsorship will reinforce brand loyalty and show potential clients your company is a major player in the industry. Sponsorships are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so act now before these opportunities sell out!

Don’t let your competition get all the attention, become a sponsor today!

Available Opportunities

 

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Wi-Fi Sponsorship
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00

 

Events

Wednesday, March 27

 

Airbase Tour Transportation
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Networking Reception
Exclusive Sponsorship: $2,500.00
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Thursday, March 28

 

Continental Breakfast
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

AM Refreshment Break
Exclusive Sponsorship: $750.00
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Luncheon
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

PM Refreshment Break
Exclusive Sponsorship: $750.00
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Friday, March 29

 

Continental Breakfast
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
7:15 AM - 8:00 AM

Grab and Go Lunch
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Contact Us

703.824.0500 Option 4